Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1200
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 53.5% | 53.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release) is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release) 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.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling 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
Only Laphroaig 30 Year Old 1985 (2016 Release)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling