Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky vs Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

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

Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside WhiskyOld Pulteney 16 Year Old
DistilleryGlentauchersPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS16 yr
Price£114£68.5
Rating5.00/5

Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner80/100
Value73/100

Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is better value at £69 vs £114.

For beginners: Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£114 vs £68.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glentauchers?

Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky 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 16 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Glentauchers 2009 / 13 Year Old / Sherry Cask /Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky

ToastedChocolateCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

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