Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Paul John
★ 5.00
£180
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | Paul John |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | India |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 57.4% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £179.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £179.86)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179.86 vs £150)
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.
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John 7 Year Old 2009 Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
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