Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve vs Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017
Pulteney
★ 4.79
£199
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.79/5 |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.79).
Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017 is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve 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 17 Year Old - Pre 2017 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 Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Only Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017