Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
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
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
★ 3.50
£256
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Grain |
| ABV | 47.8% | 49.2% |
| Age | 13 yr | 45 yr |
| Price | £180 | £256.27 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £256.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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 £256.27)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£256.27 vs £180)
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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