Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample
Bardstown
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Bardstown |
| 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)
Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample
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: Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample 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 £6.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Bardstown?
Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample 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 Bardstown Bourbon Co Origin Series High Wheat Bourbon Sample