Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glen Garioch
★ 5.00
£258
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Glen Garioch |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £180 | £257.57 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £258.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£180 vs £257.57)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£257.57 vs £180)
Who should buy Pappy?
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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