The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 vs Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
The Oxford Artisan Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (Adelphi)
Pulteney
£106
| The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 | Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Oxford Artisan Distillery | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 51.6% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £95 | £105.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (Adelphi)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £106.
For beginners: The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£95 vs £105.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£105.95 vs £95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Who should buy Pulteney?
Pulteney 17 Year Old 2008 (cask 11) - (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.
Tasting notes
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