Lagavulin 20 Year Old vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Lagavulin 20 Year Old | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Pulteney |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £355.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 20 Year Old is better value at £356 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£355.95 vs £399)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £355.95)
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 20 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Where to buy
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange