Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Glenlossie
£87
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenlossie | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £87.42 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
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).
Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £87 vs £119.
For beginners: Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£87.42 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £87.42)
Who should buy Glenlossie?
Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) 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 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 Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2008 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof