*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket
Bushmills
£5
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| *COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £5.
For beginners: *COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£5 vs £4.32)
- −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 affordable (£4.32 vs £5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy *COMPETITION*?
*COMPETITION* Bushmills 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Ticket 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 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
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