Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead
Ian Macleod
£5
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ian Macleod | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Scotch | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.49 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead
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 £5.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.49 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £5.49)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Drinks?
Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Scotch 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
Only Drinks by the Dram Whisky Bauble - Smokehead
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)