Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky
Mars
£187
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mars | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £187 | £119 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky
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 £187.
For beginners: Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£187 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 £187)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky 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
Only Mars Malt Duo Tsunuki x Akkeshi Japanese Blended Malt Whisky
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof