Benromach 5 Year Old vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benromach 5 Year Old | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benromach | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £26.83 | £399 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benromach 5 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Benromach 5 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Benromach 5 Year Old is better value at £27 vs £399.
For beginners: Benromach 5 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Benromach 5 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £26.83)
Who should buy Benromach?
Benromach 5 Year Old 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 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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Only Benromach 5 Year Old
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)