Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryPulteneySpeyside
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
Age12 yr10 yr
Price£4.32£5.95
Rating4.11/5

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (90/100 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 £5.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +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)

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 Speyside?

Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Malt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

Only Speyside 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 0119) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

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