Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyPappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
DistilleryBowmoreOld Rip Van Winkle
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%47.8%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£250£180
Rating5.00/5

Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value28/100

Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £250.

For beginners: Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£250 vs £180)
  • 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 affordable (£180 vs £250)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bw7?

Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Bw7 - Elements of Islay / Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedSmokeyCooked FruitOily

Only Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old

VanillaChocolate

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