Old Pulteney 16 Year Old vs The Epicurean White Port Finish

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

Old Pulteney 16 Year OldThe Epicurean White Port Finish
DistilleryPulteneyThe Epicurean
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age16 yrNAS
Price£68.5£59.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner80/100
Value73/100

The Epicurean White Port Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value83/100

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean White Port Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean White Port Finish is better value at £60 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£68.5 vs £59.95)

The Epicurean White Port Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £68.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 The?

The Epicurean White Port Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

Sherried

Only The Epicurean White Port Finish

CitricFragant

Where to buy

Old Pulteney 16 Year Old

The Epicurean White Port Finish

Explore more