Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976 vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryParkPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS26 yr
Price£317£399
Rating5.00/5

Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976 is better value at £317 vs £399.

For beginners: Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£317 vs £399)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £317)

Who should buy Cognac?

Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

ToastedHoney

Only Cognac Park Millesimes Fin Bois 1976

Dried FruitOld Wood

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricFresh Fruit

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