Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
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
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Suntory
£150
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Suntory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 47.8% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £180 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium 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)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £150)
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £180)
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 Suntory?
Suntory Royal 12 Year Old Millennium suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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