Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star Spirits vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star SpiritsSagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryInvergordonSagamore Spirit
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainRye
ABV63.2%48.3%
Age31 yrNAS
Price£119.76£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star Spirits

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 £120.

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

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (63.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.76 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 £119.76)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star Spirits 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.

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

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 - North Star Spirits

Old WoodHoneyMalt Extract

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Cooked FruitNew Wood

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