Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky
Laphroaig
£650
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £650 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
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 £650.
For beginners: Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s / Pre Royal Warrant Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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