Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Lagavulin 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.1% |
| Age | 26 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £399 | £355.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 20 Year Old is better value at £356 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £355.95)
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£355.95 vs £399)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 20 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Where to buy
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange