Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryMurray McDavidSagamore Spirit
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltRye
ABV46%48.3%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£85.95£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

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 £86.

For beginners: Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£85.95 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 £85.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Coinnich?

Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) 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 Coinnich 22 Year Old 1995 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)

SherriedSmokeyHoneyOld WoodTobacco

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

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