Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - 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.
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Clynelish
£113
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 53.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £112.61 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - 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).
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £113 vs £119.
For beginners: Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£112.61 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (21 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 £112.61)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - 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 Clynelish 21 Year Old 1993 (cask 7559) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof