Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Glenmorangie
£120
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 53.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £120 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
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 £120.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof