Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky vs Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside WhiskyOld Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
DistilleryMortlachPulteney
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS26 yr
Price£399£399
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

SmokeyToasted

Only Mortlach 10 Year Old / Editor's Nose Speyside Whisky

Malt ExtractOily

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

CitricHoneyFresh Fruit

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