Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£575
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Pulteney |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 46% |
| Age | 35 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £575 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £575.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£575 vs £399)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £575)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 8070) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) 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 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
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