Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Ladyburn
£636
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Ladyburn |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.4% |
| Age | 26 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £399 | £636.42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £636.
For beginners: Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 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 £636.42)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£636.42 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 Rare?
Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Rare Ayrshire (Ladyburn) 36 Year Old 1975 (cask 3418) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)