Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Berry Bros. & Rudd
£118
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Berry Bros. & Rudd | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | America |
| Type | Scotch | Bourbon |
| ABV | 55.5% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £117.5 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £118 vs £119.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£117.5 vs £119)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £117.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof 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.
Tasting notes
Only Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof