Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glengoyne
£150
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 48.9% | 47.8% |
| Age | 17 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £149.95)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
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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Only Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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Where to buy
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange