Old Pulteney 18 Year Old vs The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. The Glenlivet 18 Year Old currently starts £3.74 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £124.99 | £121.25 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Old Pulteney | Glenlivet |
| Type | Single Malt Whisky | Single Malt Whisky |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
| Where to buy |
Old Pulteney 18 Year Old
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old is a classic Highland single malt, matured wholly in air-dried, hand-selected ex-bourbon casks for twelve years. Distilled and aged by the sea on the Caithness coast, this whisky captures the invigorating maritime influence that gives Old Pulteney its signature coastal character. Gentle briny notes mingle with the natural sweetness of the American oak, producing a smooth, approachable and well-balanced dram. In the glass, Old Pulteney 12 Year Old displays a sparkling gold colour. The nose reveals hints of sea air, complemented by honey and cream. On the palate, ripe fruits and gentle spices develop alongside the distinctive briny finish, creating a lively, long-lasting flavour profile with citrus, vanilla, honey and subtle coastal notes. Widely acclaimed, including Double Gold at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Silver at the 2023 International Spirits Challenge, this expression is an excellent introduction to the Old Pulteney range, offering a sparkling, elegant whisky for newcomers and seasoned drinkers alike.
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old
The Glenlivet Distillery roots can be traced back to 1815 but it is well known that illicit distilling was going on long before then. In 1817 George Smith leased some land at Upper Drumin Farm, he continued illicit distilling to supplement his crofters wage. During 1823 an Excise Act was pushed through by the Duke of Gordon - Smiths's landlord - to stop illicit distilling. Gordon then persuaded Smith to take out the first licence and he also helped to set up the distillery at Drumin. Due to the success of Glenlivet, a number of distilleries in the region appended the name Glenlivet to their own. In 1880 J.G. Smith took legal action and the court ruled that there was only one "The Glenlivet". Distillery bottling.
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