*COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky Ticket vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

*COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky TicketOld Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryYoichiPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£5£4.32
Rating4.11/5

*COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky Ticket

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

*COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky Ticket

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £5.

For beginners: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

*COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky Ticket

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£5 vs £4.32)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
  • +More affordable (£4.32 vs £5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy *COMPETITION*?

*COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky Ticket suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Old?

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) 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

Fresh FruitToastedHoney

Only *COMPETITION* Yoichi Aromatic Yeast - Nikka Discovery Whisky Ticket

SmokeyYeasty

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Malt ExtractVanilla

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