Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Lochside
£399
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lochside | Pulteney |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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 £399.
For beginners: Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lochside?
Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Lochside 18 Year Old 1991 (cask 6303) - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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