Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey
Connemara
£5
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Connemara |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £4.75 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey
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 £4.75)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£4.75 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 Connemara?
Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Connemara Peated Irish Whiskey Sample Irish Single Malt Whiskey