Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
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
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£165
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 50.9% |
| Age | 13 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £180 | £165 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £165 vs £180.
For beginners: Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £165)
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£165 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Westport?
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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