Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore
£102
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.5% | 53.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £102.25 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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).
Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £102 vs £119.
For beginners: Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£102.25 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — 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 £102.25)
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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
Both taste of
Only Tormore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 8247035) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof