Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Undisclosed Distillery
£635
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Undisclosed Distillery | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £635 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island 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 £635.
For beginners: Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£635 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £635)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island 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
Both taste of
Only Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
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