The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4
The Blended Whisky Company
£600
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Blended Whisky Company | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.6% | 46% |
| Age | 50 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4
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 £600.
For beginners: The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4
Pros
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 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 £599.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Only The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)