Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

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

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old
DistilleryEagle RareGlenglassaugh
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV50.5%46%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£150£148.45
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

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

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value34/100

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old is better value at £148 vs £150.

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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £148.45)

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£148.45 vs £150)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)

New WoodChocolate

Only Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

Old WoodMalt Extract

Explore more