Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 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
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Bowmore
£2100
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Bowmore |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 45.1% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £2100 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
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 £2100.
For beginners: Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) 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 £2100)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2100 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)