Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyOld Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryDalmorePulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS26 yr
Price£612£399
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £612.

For beginners: Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£612 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £612)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch 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 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Dalmore 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ChocolateSherriedVanillaDried Fruit

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricHoneyFresh Fruit

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