Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£89
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 52.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £119 | £89.38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £89 vs £119.
For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £89.38)
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.38 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)