Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 vs Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | Old Pulteney 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Pulteney |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 44% |
| Age | 36 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £494.02 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £599.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £599)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Only Old Pulteney 30 Year Old