AE Dor No.9 Cognac vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
AE Dor No.9 Cognac
AE Dor
£1500
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| AE Dor No.9 Cognac | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | AE Dor | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
AE Dor No.9 Cognac
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
AE Dor No.9 Cognac
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
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 £1500.
For beginners: AE Dor No.9 Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
AE Dor No.9 Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy AE?
AE Dor No.9 Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only AE Dor No.9 Cognac
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling