Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway Collection vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway CollectionSagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryBushmillsSagamore Spirit
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV53.2%48.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£79.95£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway Collection

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 £80.

For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway Collection

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 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 £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway Collection 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 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

Both taste of

Cooked Fruit

Only Bushmills 2011 (bottled 2020) Banyuls Cask - The Causeway Collection

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaNew Wood

Where to buy

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