Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Dalmore
£130
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Dalmore |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 49.1% |
| Age | 13 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £180 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is better value at £130 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 £129.95)
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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