Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof vs Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (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
Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£92
| Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Rip Van Winkle | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 53.5% | 50% |
| Age | 10 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £119 | £91.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) is better value at £92 vs £119.
For beginners: Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 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 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £91.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£91.95 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 Young?
Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) 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 Young & Old 7 Year Old 2011 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)