Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky
DistilleryPulteneySpringbank
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age26 yrNAS
Price£399£450
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner50/100
Value13/100

Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky 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 £450)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£450 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Springbank?

Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown 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

SmokeyToasted

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

CitricHoneyFresh Fruit

Only Springbank 175th Anniversary / 12 Year Old Campbeltown Whisky

LeatheryMedicinal

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