Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
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
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£1500
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 45.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1499.94 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Quick verdict
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1499.94)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1499.94 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)