Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Strathisla
£477
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £477.38 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du 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 £477.
For beginners: Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£477.38 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 £477.38)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 78844) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
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