Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) 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 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Highland Park
£2500
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) | 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 | 51.2% | 53.5% |
| Age | 35 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £2500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is better value at £1500 vs £2500.
For beginners: Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2500 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Highland Park 35 Year Old 1968 (cask 2277)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling