GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky
GlenAllachie
£601
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.2% | 46% |
| Age | 32 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £600.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky
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 £601.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£600.95 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 £600.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky 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
Only GlenAllachie 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 100468) - Skene Whisky
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)