Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Kininvie
£650
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kininvie | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £650 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £650.
For beginners: Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £650)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hazelwood?
Hazelwood 105 (Kininvie) 1990 / 15 Year Old Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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