ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

ABK6 Extra Single Estate CognacOld Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryABK6Pulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS26 yr
Price£535£399
Rating5.00/5

ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £535.

For beginners: ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£535 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £535)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy ABK6?

ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac 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 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only ABK6 Extra Single Estate Cognac

Dried FruitCooked FruitNuttyVanilla

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricToastedFresh Fruit

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