Old Pulteney 16 Year Old vs Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£69
Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£50
| Old Pulteney 16 Year Old | Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 60% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits is better value at £50 vs £69.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 16 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.5 vs £49.95)
Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £68.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old 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.
Who should buy Supersonic?
Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 16 Year Old
Only Supersonic Mach 4 - North Star Spirits