Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeTeaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistillerySagamore SpiritTeaninich
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%55%
AgeNAS17 yr
Price£73.75£79.95
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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: Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.75 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £73.75)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.

Tasting notes

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

ToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Teaninich 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 2) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried FruitTobacco

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