Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky CompanyOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
DistilleryHammerschmiedeOld Rip Van Winkle
Region
CountryGermanyAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV48.5%53.5%
Age7 yr10 yr
Price£139.95£119
Rating5.00/5

Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value42/100

Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £140.

For beginners: Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.95 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 £139.95)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 7 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Elsburn?

Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company 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

Both taste of

Cooked FruitToastedVanilla

Only Elsburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company

SherriedOld Wood

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

ChocolateNew Wood

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