Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
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
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Dalwhinnie
★ 4.20
£1395
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 47.2% |
| Age | 10 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1395 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 4.20/5 |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is rated higher (4.50 vs 4.20).
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old is better value at £1395 vs £1500.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1395)
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£1395 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old 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 Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old