Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - 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
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Dallas Dhu
★ 5.00
£107
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Dallas Dhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 46.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £119 | £107.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £107 vs £119.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 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 £107.45)
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£107.45 vs £119)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - 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 Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)