Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glengoyne
£1250
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 53.5% | 40% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £1250 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £1250 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1250)
Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1250 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
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.
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Glengoyne 1967 Christmas Day Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky