Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryBushmillsEagle Rare
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV45.8%50.5%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£249.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £250.

For beginners: Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 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 £249.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Both taste of

Chocolate

Only Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

VanillaNew WoodHoneyToasted

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