Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Linkwood
£300
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £300 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299.95)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Linkwood 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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