Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982 vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982
Crown Royal
£120

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982 | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Crown Royal | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Canada | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £120 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982
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 £120.
For beginners: Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Crown?
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Crown Royal Canadian Whisky (Boxed) - 1982
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof