Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Clynelish
£200
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £200 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
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 £200.
For beginners: Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£200 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 £200)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 2011 / 12 Year Old / Whisky Show 2023 Highland 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
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