Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release)
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
The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release)
Walsh
£148
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Walsh |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 54.9% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £180 | £148 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release)
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release) is better value at £148 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 £148)
The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£148 vs £180)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — 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 The?
The Irishman Cask Strength (2022 release) 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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