Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Benriach
£290
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Benriach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.2% |
| Age | 26 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £399 | £289.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel is better value at £290 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 24 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £289.52)
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Pros
- +More affordable (£289.52 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −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 Benriach?
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel