Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Bowmore
£2100
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £2100 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
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).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is better value at £1500 vs £2100.
For beginners: Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2100 vs £1500)
- −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 affordable (£1500 vs £2100)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Bowmore 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling