The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity
The Lakes Distillery
£86
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £85.99 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity is better value at £86 vs £119.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£85.99 vs £119)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £85.99)
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof 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
Only The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Infinity
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof