Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Balmenach
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Balmenach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £4.32 | £6.01 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
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 £6.01)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.01 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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)