Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
St. Magdalene
£500
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | St. Magdalene |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 26 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £399 | £500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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 £500.
For beginners: St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 £500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 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 St.?
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)