Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Benrinnes
£150
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 51.9% |
| Age | 13 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £180 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £150 vs £180.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £149.95)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 11723 & 11737) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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