Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Girvan
£450
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Girvan | Pulteney |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | 50 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £450 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
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 £450.
For beginners: Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £450)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Girvan?
Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Girvan 50 Year Old 1964 (cask 0002) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)