Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch Whisky
Findlater's
£399
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch Whisky | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Findlater's | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch 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 £399.
For beginners: Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Findlater's?
Findlater's V.O. / 10 Years Old / Bot.1940s Blended Scotch 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
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