Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryHighland ParkSagamore Spirit
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV56.7%48.3%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£106.71£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value68/100

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is better value at £74 vs £107.

For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£106.71 vs £73.75)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.75 vs £106.71)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Sagamore?

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Only Highland Park 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 571) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitHoneyOld Wood

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

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