Old Pulteney 35 Year Old vs Yamazaki 1984
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Pulteney 35 Year Old | Yamazaki 1984 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Yamazaki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 48% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1200 | £899.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Pulteney 35 Year Old
Yamazaki 1984
Old Pulteney 35 Year Old
Yamazaki 1984
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki 1984 is better value at £900 vs £1200.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 35 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 35 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £899.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£899.95 vs £1200)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 35 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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 35 Year Old
Only Yamazaki 1984