Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE
Bowmore
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Bowmore |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £4.32 | £6.03 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE
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 £6.03)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.03 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Bowmore 15 Year Old - Batch 9 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (ID W10379, Barrel, Cask 69) WHISK-E EXCLUSIVE