Old Pulteney 16 Year Old vs Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£69
Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky
Waterford
£52
| Old Pulteney 16 Year Old | Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Waterford |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | Irish |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.5 | £51.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky is better value at £52 vs £69.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.5 vs £51.5)
Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£51.5 vs £68.5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old 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.
Who should buy Waterford?
Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Only Waterford Ballymorgan 1.1 Irish Single Malt Whisky