Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryBowmoreSagamore Spirit
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV48.4%48.3%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£87£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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 £87.

For beginners: Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£87 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 £87)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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.

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 Bowmore 22 Year Old 1987 - The John Milroy Selection (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokeySherriedOld WoodDried FruitHoney

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

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