Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Aberlour
£5
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.5% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.32 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£5.32 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 £5.32)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 11 Year Old - Cask 54.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
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Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)