Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Grant
£446
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 46% |
| Age | 47 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £446.14 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £446.
For beginners: Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£446.14 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 £446.14)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1965 (cask 2139) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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