Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs *COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Hibiki
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | *COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Hibiki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £6 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
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: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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 £6)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£6 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
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.
Who should buy *COMPETITION*?
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only *COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket