Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Kanosuke Artist Edition #003
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

Kanosuke Artist Edition #003
Kanosuke
£299
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Kanosuke Artist Edition #003 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Kanosuke |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 50% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £180 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Kanosuke Artist Edition #003
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Kanosuke Artist Edition #003
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 £299.
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 affordable (£180 vs £299)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Kanosuke Artist Edition #003
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 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 Kanosuke?
Kanosuke Artist Edition #003 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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