The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£184
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46.7% | 53.5% |
| Age | 35 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £183.59 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £184.
For beginners: The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£183.59 vs £119)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£119 vs £183.59)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof