Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1

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

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1
DistilleryPulteneyWild Turkey
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46%52%
Age26 yrNAS
Price£399£499
Rating5.00/5

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

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

Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1

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 £499.

For beginners: Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 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 £499)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£499 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 Wild?

Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)

SmokeyCitricFresh Fruit

Only Wild Turkey Master's Keep - Decades Batch 1

VanillaOld WoodChocolate

Explore more