Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland
DistilleryPulteneyLongmorn
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46.7%
Age26 yr40 yr
Price£399£499
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £499.

For beginners: Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (55/100 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)
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £499)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (40 vs 26 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Longmorn?

Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

Only Longmorn 1975 (bottled 2015) (cask 15065) - Malts of Scotland

Old WoodSherriedNuttyDried Fruit

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