Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey

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

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 ProofWestland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey
DistilleryOld Rip Van WinkleWestland
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV53.5%50%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£119£120
Rating5.00/5

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

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

Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £120.

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 affordable (£119 vs £120)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 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 Westland?

Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey 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

Both taste of

New Wood

Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof

ToastedVanillaChocolateCooked Fruit

Only Westland Solum 1st Edition Outpost Range Whiskey

SmokeyOilyCooked MashFresh Fruit

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