Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
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
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£184
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 46.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £119 | £183.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is better value at £119 vs £184.
For beginners: The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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)
- +More affordable (£119 vs £183.59)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£183.59 vs £119)
- −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 The?
The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only The Fiddichside 35 Year Old 1989 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)