Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch WhiskyOld Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryGlenfarclasPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS26 yr
Price£550£399
Rating5.00/5

Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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 £550.

For beginners: Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£550 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 £550)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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 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

HoneyToasted

Only Glenfarclas Morgan 18 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedVanillaNutty

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricFresh Fruit

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