Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory
£105
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 46.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £119 | £104.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £105 vs £119.
For beginners: Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £104.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£104.95 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 10 years)
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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Only Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)