Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caledonian
£329
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Caledonian |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 53.3% |
| Age | 26 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £399 | £329.34 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £329 vs £399.
For beginners: Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £329.34)
Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£329.34 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −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 Caledonian?
Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Caledonian 42 Year Old 1976 (cask 12769) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)