Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Mackinlay's
★ 4.06
£299
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
| Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery | Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackinlay's | Pulteney |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.3% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 26 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 4.06/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.06).
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
Who should buy Mackinlay’s?
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Discovery
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)