Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Spirit of Hven
£91
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Spirit of Hven | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Sweden | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £90.95 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
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).
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth is better value at £91 vs £119.
For beginners: Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£90.95 vs £119)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £90.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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
Only Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof