Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
Crown Royal
★ 5.00
£120

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
| Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 | Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Crown Royal | Sagamore Spirit |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | America |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 40% | 48.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £120 | £73.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Quick verdict
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is better value at £74 vs £120.
For beginners: Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £73.75)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£73.75 vs £120)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Crown?
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 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 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
Only Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye