Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs The XL Blend - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
The XL Blend - Batch 1
The Blended Whisky Company
★ 4.86
£549
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | The XL Blend - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | The Blended Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46.3% |
| Age | 26 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £399 | £548.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.86/5 |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
The XL Blend - Batch 1
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
The XL Blend - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.86).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is better value at £399 vs £549.
For beginners: The XL Blend - Batch 1 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 £548.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The XL Blend - Batch 1
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£548.95 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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 The?
The XL Blend - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only The XL Blend - Batch 1