Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo SendOld Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryWidow JanePulteney
RegionHighland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV45.5%40%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£5.5£4.32
Rating4.11/5

Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send

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 £6.

For beginners: Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£5.5 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 £5.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Widow?

Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send 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.

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

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only Widow Jane 10 year old Bourbon Promo Send

New Wood

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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