Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky
Nikka
£6

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.95 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky
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 £6.
For beginners: Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.95 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 £5.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain 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 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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Only Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky Sample Japanese Grain Whisky
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)