Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Blanton's
£150
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blanton's | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Bourbon | Rye |
| ABV | 61.3% | 47.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
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).
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 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).
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £180)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — 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 £149.95)
Who should buy Blanton's?
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 2164 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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