Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante Speyside Whisky

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante Speyside Whisky
DistilleryPulteneyMosstowie
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age26 yrNAS
Price£399£600
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante 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 £600.

For beginners: Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante 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 £600)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£600 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 Mosstowie?

Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante 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

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

Only Mosstowie 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s / Sestante Speyside Whisky

Old WoodLeatheryTobaccoSherriedNutty

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