Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Macallan
£500
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Macallan | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £500 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
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 £500.
For beginners: Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 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 £500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Macallan?
Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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
Both taste of
Only Macallan 2001 / Bot.2022 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)