Old Pulteney 18 Years Old

Old Pulteney 18 Year Old is the premium age-stated expression from the Maritime Malt — Pulteney Distillery in Wick, Caithness — presenting the distillery’s characteristic coastal, honeyed character at 18 years with significant American oak maturation producing the deepest vanilla, toffee, and dried fruit integration in the standard range.

At 18 years, Old Pulteney’s American oak ex-bourbon maturation has had significantly more time to develop than the 12 or 15 Year expressions — the maritime character and distinctive still shape’s contribution are fully integrated with the oak-derived vanilla and caramel at this age statement. Bottled at 46% ABV. Browse all Scotch whisky at Wooden Cork.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Old Pulteney 18 compare to the 12 and 15 Year?

Six and three additional years of maturation respectively produce noticeably more oak integration, richer caramel and vanilla, and a more sustained finish. The 18-year is the most complex expression in the Old Pulteney standard range — the maritime character remains but with significantly more wood depth.

Is Old Pulteney 18 good value for an 18-year Highland malt?

Yes — Old Pulteney is consistently undervalued compared to major Speyside and Island brands. The 18-year offers solid complexity and the distinctive maritime character at a competitive price for its age statement.