Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Highland Park
£179
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £119 | £179.23 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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 £179.
For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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 £179.23)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.23 vs £119)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Highland?
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)