Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Bowmore
£181
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 53% | 50.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £180.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
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 £181.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£180.95 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 £180.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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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Only Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
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Where to buy
Bowmore 14 Year Old 2011 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange