Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Silver Seal
£450
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Silver Seal |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.7% |
| Age | 26 yr | 38 yr |
| Price | £399 | £449.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £450.
For beginners: Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £449.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 26 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£449.95 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) 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 Pluscarden?
Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Pluscarden Valley 38 Year Old 1977 (cask WA021) - Whisky is Class...ical (Silver Seal)