Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs King James Blended Scotch - 1960s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
King James Blended Scotch - 1960s
The American Distilling Co
★ 3.00
£396
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | King James Blended Scotch - 1960s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | The American Distilling Co |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £396 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
King James Blended Scotch - 1960s
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
King James Blended Scotch - 1960s
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
King James Blended Scotch - 1960s is better value at £396 vs £399.
For beginners: King James Blended Scotch - 1960s 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £396)
King James Blended Scotch - 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£396 vs £399)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 King?
King James Blended Scotch - 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
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