Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Dalmore
£114
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 53.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £113.77 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
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).
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) is better value at £114 vs £119.
For beginners: Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£113.77 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £113.77)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) 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
Only Dalmore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 91121) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof