Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Damoiseau
£113
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Damoiseau | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £113 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £113 vs £119.
For beginners: Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£113 vs £119)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £113)
Who should buy Damoiseau?
Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof 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
Both taste of
Only Damoiseau 2009 Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof