Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch)
Benriach
£61
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
| Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch) | Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Sagamore Spirit |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 47.4% | 48.3% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £61.45 | £73.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Quick verdict
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch) is better value at £61 vs £74.
For beginners: Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£61.45 vs £73.75)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.75 vs £61.45)
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Benriach 24 Year Old 1985 (Bladnoch)
Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye