Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Peat Peak (Jean Boyer)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Peat Peak (Jean Boyer) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Jean Boyer |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £5.02 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Peat Peak (Jean Boyer)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Peat Peak (Jean Boyer)
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).
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 £5.02)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peat Peak (Jean Boyer)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.02 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
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.
Who should buy Peat?
Peat Peak (Jean Boyer) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Peat Peak (Jean Boyer)