*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Hibiki
£6
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| *COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £6 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky 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 £6.
For beginners: *COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£6 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 £6)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy *COMPETITION*?
*COMPETITION* Hibiki 21 Year Old Whisky Ticket suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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