The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
£134
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £133.99 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
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).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £134.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£133.99 vs £119)
- −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 affordable (£119 vs £133.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 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 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 The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof