Old Pulteney 30 Year Old vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Pulteney 30 Year Old | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £599 | £494.02 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £599.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £599)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1