Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L)
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
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L)
Chivas Regal
£210
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Chivas Regal |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 47.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £180 | £209.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L)
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 £210.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L) 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 £209.99)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£209.99 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 Chivas?
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old (4.5L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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