The Kurayoshi Tottori 50cl vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

The Kurayoshi Tottori 50clOld Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryKurayoshiPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£4.45£4.32
Rating4.11/5

The Kurayoshi Tottori 50cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

The Kurayoshi Tottori 50cl

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 £4.

For beginners: The Kurayoshi Tottori 50cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Kurayoshi Tottori 50cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£4.45 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 £4.45)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Kurayoshi Tottori 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

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

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Honey

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