Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryInvergordonSagamore Spirit
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainRye
ABV55.1%48.3%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£57.74£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £58 vs £74.

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

Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£57.74 vs £73.75)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
  • 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.75 vs £57.74)

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 52900498) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

SherriedChocolateDried FruitHoneyOld Wood

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

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