Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£97
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 62.3% | 53.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £96.95 | £119 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £97 vs £119.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£96.95 vs £119)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.3%) — may need water
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £96.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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 Bunnahabhain 11 Year Old 2012 (Cask 356627) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof