Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90
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
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90
Grosperrin
£140
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Grosperrin |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 47.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £180 | £140 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90 is better value at £140 vs £180.
For beginners: Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £140)
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£140 vs £180)
- +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 Grosperrin?
Grosperrin Bois Ordinaire Cognac N.90 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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