Hakushu 18 Year Old vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hakushu 18 Year Old | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £620.5 | £399 |
| Rating | 4.38/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.38).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £621.
For beginners: Hakushu 18 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£620.5 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
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 £620.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Hakushu 18 Year Old
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)