Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky
DistilleryPulteneyAultmore
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age26 yrNAS
Price£399£485
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside 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 £485.

For beginners: Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £485)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£485 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 Aultmore?

Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricFresh Fruit

Only Aultmore 1990 / 32 Year Old / The Whisky Agency Speyside Whisky

VanillaDried FruitSherried

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