Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
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
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond
£190
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Loch Lomond 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £180 | £189.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
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 £190.
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 affordable (£180 vs £189.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£189.9 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Loch Lomond 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange