Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary
Bushmills
£199
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Eagle Rare |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary
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 £199.
For beginners: Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 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 £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 1608 400th Anniversary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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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