Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1%
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
Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1%
Edradour
★ 4.67
£158
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Edradour |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 56.1% |
| Age | 13 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £180 | £157.69 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1%
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1%
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1% is better value at £158 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £157.69)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1%
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£157.69 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Edradour?
Edradour 16 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 56.1% 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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