Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE
Auchentoshan
£5
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Pulteney |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.6% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.38 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE
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: Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.38 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 £5.38)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan - Batch 5 - 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) BRESSER & TIMMER EXCLUSIVE 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
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