Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt)
Pittyvaich
£399
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.3% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt)
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: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 15084) (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
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