Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave
Lalocura
£145

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lalocura | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £145 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave
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 £145.
For beginners: Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£145 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 £145)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lalocura?
Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Both taste of
Only Lalocura Cuishe-Espadin 2023 Destilado de Agave
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof