Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£180
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Grain |
| ABV | 53.5% | 46.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £119 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £180.
For beginners: North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£119 vs £179.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £119)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy North?
North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only North British 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 14659) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)