Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs *COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket
DistilleryPulteneyBushmills
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£4.32£5
Rating4.11/5

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: *COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket is more approachable (100/100 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 £5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£5 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 *COMPETITION*?

*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket 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

Honey

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only *COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket

SherriedDried FruitTobaccoOld Wood

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