Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Cotswolds
£7

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cotswolds | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £6.5 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky
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 £7.
For beginners: Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.5 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 £6.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky 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 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
Both taste of
Only Cotswolds Sherry Cask Single Malt Sample English Single Malt Whisky
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)