Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl
The Lakes Distillery
£118
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 50.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £117.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl is better value at £118 vs £150.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl is more approachable (85/100 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
- −More expensive (£150 vs £117.5)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£117.5 vs £150)
- +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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Colheita 70cl is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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