Appears to be an unpopular opinion, but my first impression is I like last year's 11 year better. This version is smoother and oakier, but I prefer the brightness and fruit in the younger version. The 11 year has more of the infamous Flintstones note, but for me is more a feature than a flaw. Maybe it has something to do with growing up in the 80s. If the vitamin note turns you off about Dickel, you'll likely prefer this year's version. Overall, I don't know that the two are different enough to warrant a different rating, but I give a slight nod to the 11 year.