Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Balblair
£1300
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 35 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £1299.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
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).
Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) is better value at £1300 vs £1500.
For beginners: Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£1299.95 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +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
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1299.95)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) 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 - 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 Balblair 35 Year Old 1964 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling