Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Bruichladdich
★ 4.79
£499
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.2% |
| Age | 26 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £399 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.79/5 |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.79).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £499.
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 £499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1