EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373 vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373
Balmenach
£4
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373 | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balmenach | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £4.08 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373 is better value at £4 vs £4.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£4.08 vs £4.32)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£4.32 vs £4.08)
Who should buy EXPORT?
EXPORT SAMPLES: Balmenach 2002 W10373 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) 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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Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)