The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
The Last Drop
£2500
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Last Drop | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 49.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 50 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £2500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is better value at £1500 vs £2500.
For beginners: The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2500 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky 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.
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 The Last Drop 50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling