Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
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
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
Martell
£225
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Martell |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 47.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £180 | £225 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
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 £225.
For beginners: Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s is more approachable (85/100 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 £225)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£225 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 Martell?
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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