Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky
DistilleryPulteneyGlenAllachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%43.2%
Age26 yr32 yr
Price£399£600.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky

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 £601.

For beginners: GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky is more approachable (60/100 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 £600.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 26 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£600.95 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 GlenAllachie?

GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky 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 GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitNutty

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