Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

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

Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
DistilleryGlen KeithOld Rip Van Winkle
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46%53.5%
Age22 yr10 yr
Price£134.99£119
Rating5.00/5

Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value42/100

Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £135.

For beginners: Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£134.99 vs £119)
  • 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 affordable (£119 vs £134.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Cherry?

Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

ChocolateToasted

Only Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)

Dried FruitHoney

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

VanillaNew WoodCooked Fruit

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