Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511)Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
DistilleryHanyuOld Rip Van Winkle
Region
CountryJapanAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV55.5%53.5%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£1595£1500
Rating4.50/5

Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is better value at £1500 vs £1595.

For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£1595 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
  • +More affordable (£1500 vs £1595)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Hanyu?

Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511) 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 - 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 Hanyu 1990 (bottled 2007) (cask 9511)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodTobacco

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

VanillaToastedNuttyOily

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