Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
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
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Mortlach
£230
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Mortlach |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 47.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £180 | £230 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £230.
For beginners: Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£180 vs £230)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£230 vs £180)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 2005 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drams Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange