Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8 vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8
Bowmore
★ 4.50
£199
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8 | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 50.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 affordable (£150 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 15 Year Old Golden & Elegant - Aston Martin Edition #8 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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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