Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs *COMPETITION* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition 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* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition Whisky Ticket
Hakushu
£7
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | *COMPETITION* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition Whisky Ticket | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Hakushu |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £7 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
*COMPETITION* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition Whisky Ticket
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
*COMPETITION* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition 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 £7.
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 £7)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
*COMPETITION* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition Whisky Ticket
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£7 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* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only *COMPETITION* Hakushu 18 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition Whisky Ticket