Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Fettercairn
£86
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 50% | 53.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £86.34 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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).
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £86 vs £119.
For beginners: Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£86.34 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £86.34)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 13738) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof