Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Bushmills
£600
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Bushmills |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43.5% |
| Age | 26 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £399 | £599.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
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: Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (75/100 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 £599.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Bushmills 32 Year Old - Forgotten Gems