'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Langside
£5

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| 'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Langside | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.05 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £5.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.05 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
- +More affordable (£4.32 vs £5.05)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy 'Nice?
'Nice 'n Peaty' 9 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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