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Old Pulteney Harbour Single Malt Scotch, 70cl
Old Pulteney Harbour is a coastal single malt Scotch matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks. Its stated flavour notes combine vanilla, coconut and citrus with fruit, spice and a mellow sea-brine finish.
At a glance
- Matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks at a coastal distillery, according to the listing.
- The supplied tasting notes describe vanilla, coconut and citrus alongside raisin, tropical fruit, hot toffee, spice and sea brine.
- The listing states 40% ABV and a 70cl bottle.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A clearly described flavour profile gives buyers an idea of its sweet, citrus, spicy and maritime character.
- The stated 40% ABV and 70cl size make the bottle details clear.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Brand | Pulteney |
|---|---|
| Type | Single Malt Scotch |
| Bottle size | 70cl |
| Alcohol by volume | 40% |
| Cask maturation | a quartet of hand-selected fine American oak ex-bourbon casks |
|---|---|
| Tasting notes | Sweet tones of raisins and tropical fruits balanced with darker notes of hot toffee and fresh tobacco leaf that grows with rich fruit and spice to eventually turn into Old Pulteney’s signature mellow sea brine. |
| Nose | This bright gold whisky is deliciously fragrant with notes of creamy vanilla and coconut up front, followed by rich citrus of marmalade and tangerines, lemon drizzle cake sweetness and a spicy undertone of fresh oak. |
| Awards | Silver winner at International Spirits Challenge (2025) and Bronze winner at IWSC (2025). |
What to know before buying
- Flavour descriptions and maturation details are listing claims, not independent assessments. The listing does not specify an age statement.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Buyers looking for a single malt with coastal character and a flavour profile spanning citrus, sweetness, spice and sea brine.
- Those who prefer a stated 40% ABV whisky in a 70cl bottle.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking an explicitly stated age statement or a whisky described primarily as smoky, as neither is established by the supplied listing.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is strongly positive overall, highlighting a smooth, pleasant taste and describing the whisky as a maritime single malt. This aligns with the listing’s coastal flavour description, though tasting preferences are personal. The favourable value comments are customer perceptions rather than a price comparison. A small minority of ratings are lower, but the supplied feedback does not explain why.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback describes the taste as smooth and pleasant.
- Customers report positive impressions of its flavour and value for money.
Frequently asked questions
What flavour profile does Old Pulteney Harbour have?
The listing describes vanilla, coconut, marmalade, tangerine and lemon drizzle notes, with fruit, spice and mellow sea brine in the finish.
What casks is it matured in?
The listing says it is matured in a quartet of hand-selected American oak ex-bourbon casks.
What are the bottle size and ABV?
The title gives a 70cl bottle, and the product description states 40% ABV.
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