Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
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
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
The Glenlivet
£2330
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | The Glenlivet |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £2329.5 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
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 £2330.
For beginners: Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 is more approachable (70/100 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 affordable (£1500 vs £2329.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2329.5 vs £1500)
- −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 Avonside-Glenlivet?
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938