Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland Whisky

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland Whisky
DistilleryPulteneyTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age26 yrNAS
Price£399£565
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland 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 £565.

For beginners: Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £565)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£565 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland 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

HoneyToastedFresh Fruit

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitric

Only Tomatin 30 Year Old / Batch 6 / Bot.2022 Highland Whisky

VanillaNutty

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