Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Carn Mor
£5
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Carn Mor |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £4.32 | £4.51 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
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 £5.
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 £4.51)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£4.51 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 2?
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)