Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021
Springbank
£350
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.5% |
| Age | 26 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021 is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Longrow?
Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Longrow 17 Year Old - Online Tasting Week May 2021