Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Glengoyne
★ 4.75
£199
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 57.2% | 47.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £180 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
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 4.75).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £199.
For beginners: Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £180)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£180 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 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
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