Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges
Bimber
£150
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 51.5% | 47.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £150 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges
Pros
- +More affordable (£150 vs £180)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £150)
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber Single Oloroso Cask Finish - Selfridges 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.
Who should buy Pappy?
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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