Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon)Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
DistilleryInvergordonOld Rip Van Winkle
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainBourbon
ABV46%53.5%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£88.95£119
Rating5.00/5

Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value42/100

Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon) is better value at £89 vs £119.

For beginners: Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£88.95 vs £119)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 £88.95)

Who should buy Autumn?

Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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 Autumn Pecan Pie 1988 (bottled 2016) - Wemyss Malt (Invergordon)

SherriedNuttyHoneyDried Fruit

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

ToastedVanillaChocolateNew WoodCooked Fruit

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