Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Filey Bay
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Filey Bay |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £6.25 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky
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 £6.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.25 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 Filey?
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish Batch 2 Sample English Single Malt Whisky