Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky
Arran
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Arran |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £5.75 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky
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: 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 £5.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.75 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Robert?
Robert Burns Single Malt Miniature / Isle of Arran Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)