Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023 vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
DistilleryPiccadily AgroOld Rip Van Winkle
Region
CountryIndiaAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV58%53.5%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£165£119
Rating5.00/5

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value42/100

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £165.

For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£165 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 £165)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Indri?

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023 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.

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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2023

SmokeySherriedNuttyDried Fruit

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

VanillaChocolateNew WoodCooked Fruit

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