Togouchi 15 Year Old vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Togouchi 15 Year Old | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chugoku Jozo | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.8% | 50.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £119.9 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Togouchi 15 Year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Togouchi 15 Year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Togouchi 15 Year Old is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Togouchi 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Togouchi 15 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£119.9 vs £150)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £119.9)
Who should buy Togouchi?
Togouchi 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Togouchi 15 Year Old
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)