Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory
Bladnoch
£600
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Pulteney |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 46% |
| Age | 28 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £600.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 26 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £599.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
Only Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1974 (cask 1781 & 1782) - Signatory
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)