Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye vs Tullamore Dew - 1980s

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

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak RyeTullamore Dew - 1980s
DistillerySagamore SpiritTullamore D.E.W.
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeRyeBlended
ABV48.3%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£73.75£120
Rating5.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

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

Tullamore Dew - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullamore Dew - 1980s

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: Tullamore Dew - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.75 vs £120)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tullamore Dew - 1980s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 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 Tullamore?

Tullamore Dew - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

Only Sagamore Spirit Double Oak Rye

Cooked FruitNew Wood

Only Tullamore Dew - 1980s

HoneyNutty

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