Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399

Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac
Tesseron
£583
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Tesseron |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £583 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac
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 £583.
For beginners: Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac 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 £583)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£583 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 Tesseron?
Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac 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
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Tesseron Lot 29 Exception Cognac