Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Benriach
£290
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 46% |
| Age | 24 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £289.52 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel is better value at £290 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel
Pros
- +More affordable (£289.52 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £289.52)
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 24 Year Old 1997 (cask 7423) Cask Edition - Virgin Oak Barrel 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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