Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48.1% | 53.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £999 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is better value at £999 vs £1500.
For beginners: Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£999 vs £1500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £999)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 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 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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling