Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005 vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005
Billecart-Salmon
£465
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005 | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Billecart-Salmon | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £465 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005
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 £465.
For beginners: Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£465 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 £465)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Billecart-Salmon?
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos St Hilaire 2005 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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