Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Ardbeg
£600
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Pulteney |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.3% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
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 £600.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £599.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 1995 (cask 2761) - Second Fill Bourbon (Fèis Ìle 2010) 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 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
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