Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Thomson
£6
| Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Thomson |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £4.32 | £5.5 |
| Rating | 4.11/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt 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 £5.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.5 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 Thomson?
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt Sample New Zealand Single Malt Whisky