Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Bruichladdich
★ 4.79
£499
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Pulteney |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.2% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £499 | £399 |
| Rating | 4.79/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.79).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 23 Year Old 1990 - Black Art 4.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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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