Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
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
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Bunnahabhain
£1999
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1999 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
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 £1999.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary is more approachable (55/100 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 £1999)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary