Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Very Olde St Nick
£235
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | Very Olde St Nick |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 50.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £235 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
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 £235.
For beginners: Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 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 £235)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£235 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 Very?
Very Olde St Nick Summer Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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