Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
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
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Highland Park
£2500
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 51.2% |
| Age | 10 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £2500 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
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 £2500.
For beginners: Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) is more approachable (50/100 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 £2500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2500 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 Highland?
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)