Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful DodgerOld Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryHighland ParkPulteney
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%46%
Age28 yr26 yr
Price£440£399
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger

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 £440.

For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (28 vs 26 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£440 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 £440)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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 Highland Park 28 Year Old 1992 (cask 1271) - The Artful Dodger

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricFresh Fruit

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