Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£211
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 53% | 50.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £210.5 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £211.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£210.5 vs £150)
- −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 affordable (£150 vs £210.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Beldorney?
Beldorney 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 2031153) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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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