Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jura
£178
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.6% | 53.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £177.95 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £178.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£177.95 vs £119)
- −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 affordable (£119 vs £177.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
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 Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof