Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Jean Boyer |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £4.82 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer)
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 £4.82)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£4.82 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Farmer's?
Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer) 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
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Farmer's Malt Islay (Jean Boyer)