Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
£650
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Pulteney |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £650 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £650.
For beginners: Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £650)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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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