Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£215
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 51.3% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £150 | £215 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £215.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £215)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£215 vs £150)
- −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 Speyside?
Speyside 31 Year Old 1989 (Thompson Bros.) 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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