Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium ReleaseOld Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryGlenfarclasPulteney
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.4%46%
Age24 yr26 yr
Price£599£399
Rating5.00/5

Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £599.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£599 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 £599)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release 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

ToastedHoney

Only Glenfarclas 24 Year Old 2000 (cask 12) - Millennium Release

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricFresh Fruit

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