Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£426
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.6% |
| Age | 26 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £399 | £425.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks)
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 £426.
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)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £425.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£425.5 vs £399)
- −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 Braeval?
Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks) 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 Braeval 36 Year Old 1989 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty Six (Decadent Drinks)