Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)
Tullibardine
£595
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Tullibardine |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 45.7% |
| Age | 26 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £399 | £595 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)
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 £595.
For beginners: Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (60/100 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 £595)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£595 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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Tullibardine 13 Year Old 1965 (WM Cadenhead)