Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Hunter Laing
£133
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hunter Laing | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51% | 50.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £132.58 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is better value at £133 vs £150.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£132.58 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −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 £132.58)
Who should buy Hector?
Hector Macbeth 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 18662) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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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