Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition
Glen Scotia
£150
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 56.9% | 47.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £150 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£150 vs £180)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £150)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition 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 Pappy?
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition
Only Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 536) - Distillery Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange