Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Spirit
★ 5.00
£74
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£53
| Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye | Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sagamore Spirit | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £73.75 | £53.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £74.
For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.75 vs £53.1)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.1 vs £73.75)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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.
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye
Only Staoisha 9 Year Old 2013 (casks 13 & 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)