Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch WhiskyOld Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryArranPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£6.5£4.32
Rating4.11/5

Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £7.

For beginners: Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£6.5 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 £6.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Arran?

Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Fresh FruitVanillaToastedHoney

Only Arran 10 Year Old Malt Miniature Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Citric

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Malt Extract

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