Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£550
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 46% |
| Age | 34 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £550 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
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 £550.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£550 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £550)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)