Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year OldClynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan
DistilleryOld Rip Van WinkleClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV47.8%46%
Age13 yr13 yr
Price£180£200
Rating5.00/5

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value28/100

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £200.

For beginners: Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan is more approachable (60/100 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 £200)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£200 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

Only Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Chocolate

Only Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh Fruit

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