Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition
Bruichladdich
★ 3.00
£599
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.3% |
| Age | 26 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £399 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £599.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition is more approachable (55/100 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 £599)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £399)
- −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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition