Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryBen NevisSagamore Spirit
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.5%48.3%
Age7 yrNAS
Price£78.28£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value68/100

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is better value at £74 vs £78.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£78.28 vs £73.75)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.75 vs £78.28)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Sagamore?

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Only Ben Nevis 7 Year Old Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2022 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

OilySherriedFresh FruitHoneyNutty

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

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