Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask
Benriach
£595
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Benriach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.1% |
| Age | 26 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £399 | £595 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask
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 £595.
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 £595)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£595 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 Benriach?
Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Benriach 33 Year Old 1985 (cask 7214) - Peated, Virgin Oak Cask