Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Bunnahabhain
£1500
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 44.9% | 53.5% |
| Age | 35 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
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 £1500.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary 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 Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling