Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£379
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Pulteney |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 46% |
| Age | 52 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £379.13 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £379 vs £399.
For beginners: Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£379.13 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £379.13)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)