Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£1200
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.5% | 53.5% |
| Age | 38 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling 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 Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling