North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - 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 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor
Duncan Taylor
£156
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£180
| North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Rye |
| ABV | 54.1% | 47.8% |
| Age | 34 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £155.97 | £180 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Rye 13 Year Old
North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - 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).
North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor is better value at £156 vs £180.
For beginners: North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£155.97 vs £180)
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 13 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£180 vs £155.97)
Who should buy North?
North British 34 Year Old 1978 - Dimensions - Duncan Taylor suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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