Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 ProofSpirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi)
DistilleryOld Rip Van WinkleFiley Bay
Region
CountryAmericaEngland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV53.5%48%
Age10 yr5 yr
Price£119£115
Rating5.00/5

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value42/100

Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi) is better value at £115 vs £119.

For beginners: Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 5 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119 vs £115)

Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£115 vs £119)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Spirit?

Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

ToastedVanillaChocolateNew WoodCooked Fruit

Only Spirit of Yorkshire 5 Year Old 2018 (cask 3054) - (Adelphi)

SherriedNuttyHoneyDried Fruit

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