Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original CollectionSagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
DistilleryJuraSagamore Spirit
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV46%48.3%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£79.99£73.75
Rating5.00/5

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

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 £80.

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

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.99 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 £79.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

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 Jura 12 Year Old - Cadenhead's Original Collection

SmokeySherriedOilyMedicinalFresh Fruit

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

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