Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Inchgower
£150
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 53.5% |
| Age | 19 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £150 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt)
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).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £150.
For beginners: Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £119)
- −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 affordable (£119 vs £150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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 Inchgower 19 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof