Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Kyrö Distillery Company
★ 4.60
£6
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kyrö Distillery Company | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Finland | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £6 | £4.32 |
| Rating | 4.60/5 | 4.11/5 |
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 4.11).
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £6.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£6 vs £4.32)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£4.32 vs £6)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 4.6)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kyrö?
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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
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