Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glen Garioch
£111
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 53.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £111.05 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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).
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £111 vs £119.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£111.05 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −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 £111.05)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 Glen Garioch 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 8555) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof