EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryAultmorePulteney
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.8%40%
Age20 yr12 yr
Price£4.61£4.32
Rating4.11/5

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £5.

For beginners: EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£4.61 vs £4.32)
  • 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 affordable (£4.32 vs £4.61)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy EXPORT?

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

Citric

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Toasted

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