Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish vs Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£292
Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask
Pulteney
£399
| Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Pulteney |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £291.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask
Quick verdict
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is better value at £292 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£291.95 vs £399)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £291.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask 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 Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Only Old Pulteney 20 Year Old 1982 Bourbon Cask