Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof
Pursuit Spirits
£92
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Pursuit Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Bourbon | Rye |
| ABV | 53.5% | 60.6% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £119 | £91.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof is better value at £92 vs £119.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £91.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£91.5 vs £119)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof 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 Pursuit?
Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof 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
Both taste of
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only Pursuit Triple Mash Rye Barrel Proof