Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English Whisky
Filey Bay
£6
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English Whisky | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filey Bay | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.75 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English 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 £6.
For beginners: Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.75 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 £5.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Filey?
Filey Bay Flagship Sample Single Malt English 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
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