Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)
Highland Park
£92
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 53.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £91.8 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)
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).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is better value at £92 vs £119.
For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£91.8 vs £119)
Cons
- −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 £91.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Highland Park 24 Year Old 1988 (Signatory)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof