Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 4.50
£1500
Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Springbank
£1747
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 54% |
| Age | 10 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1746.94 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is better value at £1500 vs £1747.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1746.94)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1746.94 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling 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 Springbank?
Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) 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 Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only Springbank 40 Year Old 1968 (cask 1414) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)