Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Connemara
£195
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Connemara | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 53.5% |
| Age | 17 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £195 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
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).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £195.
For beginners: Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£195 vs £119)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£119 vs £195)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Connemara?
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof