Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Balmenach
£6
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balmenach | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.3% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £6.01 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
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 £6.
For beginners: Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.01 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 £6.01)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balmenach?
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) 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
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Only Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
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