Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glentauchers
£500
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.1% | 46% |
| Age | 42 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £499.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
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 £500.
For beginners: Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499.95 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 £499.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 Glentauchers 44 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)