Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks) vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks)
Longmorn
£319
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks) | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Pulteney |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 46% |
| Age | 28 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £318.5 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £319 vs £399.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +More affordable (£318.5 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — 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 £318.5)
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks) 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 Longmorn 28 Year Old 1996 - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty One (Decadent Drinks)
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