Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
Martell
£225
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Martell | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £225 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
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 0.00).
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is better value at £180 vs £225.
For beginners: Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£225 vs £180)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £225)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Martell?
Martell VSOP Medaillon Cognac / Bot.1980s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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