North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
North British
£250
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Rye |
| ABV | 54.5% | 47.8% |
| Age | 29 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £250 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
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 £250.
For beginners: Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 13 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 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 £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy North?
North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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.
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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