Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs 'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4

'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Langside
£5
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | 'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Langside |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £4.32 | £5.05 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
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 £5.05)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.05 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 'Nice?
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only 'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)