Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Egan's
£175
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Egan's | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 53.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £175 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
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).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £175.
For beginners: Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£175 vs £119)
- −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 affordable (£119 vs £175)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Egan's?
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof