John Walker & Sons Odyssey vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
John Walker & Sons Odyssey
Johnnie Walker
★ 3.93
£650
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| John Walker & Sons Odyssey | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Pulteney |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £650 | £399 |
| Rating | 3.93/5 | 5.00/5 |
John Walker & Sons Odyssey
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
John Walker & Sons Odyssey
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.93).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £650.
For beginners: John Walker & Sons Odyssey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
John Walker & Sons Odyssey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 £650)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy John?
John Walker & Sons Odyssey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 John Walker & Sons Odyssey
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)