Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling vs The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release)
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
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release)
Glenturret
£1650
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling | The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 42.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1650 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release)
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 £1650.
For beginners: The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release) is more approachable (70/100 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 £1650)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1650 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 The?
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old - 107 Proof - 2011 Bottling
Only The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2023 Release)