Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Dalmore
£130
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 49.1% | 47.8% |
| Age | 14 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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).
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is better value at £130 vs £180.
For beginners: Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +More affordable (£129.95 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £129.95)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 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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