North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) vs Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
North British
£121
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
| North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Sagamore Spirit |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Rye |
| ABV | 52.4% | 48.3% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £120.95 | £73.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
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 £121.
For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120.95 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 £120.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy North?
North British 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 17662) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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
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