Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1 vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1
Highland Park
£380
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1 | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Pulteney |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.8% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £380 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1 is better value at £380 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1
Pros
- +More affordable (£380 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £380)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 18 Year Old 2002 (cask 4627) Single Cask Series - London Edition No.1 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
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