Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum vs Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Foursquare
£110
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£69
| Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum | Old Pulteney 16 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Foursquare | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 16 yr |
| Price | £110 | £68.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is better value at £69 vs £110.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £68.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Foursquare?
Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum 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 16 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 Foursquare Detente 10 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Only Old Pulteney 16 Year Old