Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Hart Brothers

Old Pulteney WK209

Just like its sibling, Old Pulteney WK209 is named after the registration number of a herring boat called “Good Hope” and based in Wick harbour. In its time, it was a unique boat that was different from all the others. Contrary to WK499, the new WK209 is matured entirely in first-fill European sherry oak. There’s no age statement on the bottle,...

Score 78/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old

This is light and sweet. Very delicate. Malty. Fruits like pineapple and lemons. Sweet sherry, but not on your face. A bit herbal. Slight white pepper. Short to medium finish. The salt is there, however, If it was more robust, it wouldn't be noticeable. It only took about an hour in my decanter to settle down. Just add a teaspoon of water and it...

Score 86/100

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old

This malt is often described as an ideal beginners whisky, and while true, I think that sells this fine drop somewhat short. For me, this is a true Highland benchmark. It is the perfect combination of land, air and sea (it will make sense when you taste it!) Colour: Light Gold (does it matter??) Nose: Definite sherry presence. Barley sugar...

Score 88/100

Old Pulteney Row to the Pole 2011

In 2011 Old Pulteney released this special edition Row the the Pole in honor of the successful rowing expedition of Jock Wishart and his team. They rowed to the magnetic North Pole, which was a first. The whisky is a vatting of both American and European oak. The casks were selected by Malcolm Waring, the distillery manager. The nose is fresh and...

Score 84/100