Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Dallas Dhu
£599
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dallas Dhu | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 27 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £599 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £599.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £599)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
Only Dallas Dhu 27 Year Old 1981 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)