Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%)
Elijah Craig
£7
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Elijah Craig |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 69.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £6.84 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%)
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 £6.84)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (69.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£6.84 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 Elijah?
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.9%)