Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky
Laphroaig
£6
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.95 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £6.
For beginners: Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.95 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
- +More affordable (£4.32 vs £5.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) 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 Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish Sample Islay Whisky
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)