Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Chichibu On The Way 2024

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year OldChichibu On The Way 2024
DistilleryOld Rip Van WinkleIchiro
Region
CountryAmericaJapan
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV47.8%54.4%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£180£275
Rating5.00/5

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value28/100

Chichibu On The Way 2024

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu On The Way 2024

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £275.

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 £275)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chichibu On The Way 2024

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£275 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 Chichibu?

Chichibu On The Way 2024 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

VanillaChocolate

Only Chichibu On The Way 2024

SherriedDried FruitHoney

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