Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old vs Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition
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
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition
Johnnie Walker
£299
| Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 47.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £180 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition
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: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition is more approachable (60/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Air Ink Istanbul Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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