Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

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

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
DistilleryGlenturretOld Rip Van Winkle
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV45.7%53.5%
Age30 yr10 yr
Price£1499.94£1500
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value3/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1500.

For beginners: Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1499.94 vs £1500)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1499.94)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Old?

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling 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 Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolate

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling

VanillaToastedNuttyOily

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