Black Tartan vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Black Tartan | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Tartan | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £4.08 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Black Tartan
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Black Tartan
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
Black Tartan is better value at £4 vs £4.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Black Tartan
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£4.08 vs £4.32)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£4.32 vs £4.08)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Black?
Black Tartan suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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
Only Black Tartan
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)