Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
★ 3.50
£256
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Rye |
| ABV | 49.2% | 47.8% |
| Age | 45 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £256.27 | £180 |
| Rating | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Quick verdict
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £256.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£256.27 vs £180)
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£180 vs £256.27)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 15011) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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 Pappy?
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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