Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey
Jameson
£1250
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
| Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Irish | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £1250 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey
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).
Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £1250 vs £1500.
For beginners: Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1250 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1250)
Who should buy Jameson?
Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish 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
Only Jameson 2007 Rarest Vintage Reserve Blended Irish Whiskey
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling