Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Ichiro
★ 4.00
£103
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46.5% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £102.95 | £119 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
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 4.00).
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve is better value at £103 vs £119.
For beginners: Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Pros
- +More affordable (£102.95 vs £119)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £102.95)
Who should buy Ichiro's?
Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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 Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof