Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
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
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
Dalmore
£1750
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 42% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1750 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
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 £1750.
For beginners: Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish 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 £1750)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1750 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish 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 Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish