Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Highland Park
£205
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 47.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £204.95 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
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).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £205.
For beginners: Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£204.95 vs £180)
- −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 affordable (£180 vs £204.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
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
Only Highland Park 21 Year Old (August 2019 Release)
Only Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old