Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Aberfeldy
£5
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.25 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £5.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.25 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
- +More affordable (£4.32 vs £5.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Sample Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)