Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams
Littlemill
£395
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Pulteney |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £395 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams is better value at £395 vs £399.
For beginners: Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£395 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £395)
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 23 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of The Daily Drams suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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