Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) vs South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150

South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW
La Maison Du Whisky
£150
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | La Maison Du Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 50.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 South?
South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Only South Africa 2019 / 4 Year Old / Flag Series / LMDW