Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Berry Bros. & Rudd
£118
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Berry Bros. & Rudd |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | England |
| Type | Bourbon | Scotch |
| ABV | 53.5% | 55.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £119 | £117.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £118 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 £117.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£117.5 vs £119)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −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 Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Undisclosed Islay 18 Year Old 2007 (cask 10009) - Berry Bros. & Rudd