Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£505
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 42.3% |
| Age | 26 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £399 | £505 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £505.
For beginners: Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £505)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£505 vs £399)
- −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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Where to buy
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 32 Year Old 1981 (Cask 001)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange