Old Pulteney 16 Year Old vs Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky

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

Old Pulteney 16 Year OldInchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky
DistilleryPulteneyLoch Lomond
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%47.7%
Age16 yr24 yr
Price£68.5£112.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner80/100
Value73/100

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is better value at £69 vs £113.

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 16 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£112.95 vs £68.5)
  • 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Sherried

Only Inchmurrin 24 Year Old 1997 - Chorlton Whisky

ToastedFragant

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