Old Pulteney Launches Harbour: New Single Malt For Whisky Enthusiasts

Monday, 28 July 2025 at 07:00Old Pulteney

Are you a fan of Old Pulteney's whiskies? Well, there's good news because Old Pulteney has announced a new bottle: Harbour. This is said to be the most accessible whisky from the distillery so far.

FAQ

What makes Old Pulteney whisky special?
The whisky has aged in barrels that were surrounded by sea air.

What is the alcohol percentage of Old Pulteney?
40%.

Where is the whisky available for purchase?
Tesco, at the distillery, and online via the distillery.

Whisky lives up to its name

Old Pulteney Distillery is located on the coast, in the town of Wick in the north of Caithness, in the Highlands of Scotland. So what better way to honour a new whisky than by naming it after the harbour?

That's what happened with this new bottle, which is bottled at 40% alcohol by volume.

What does the whisky taste like?

The tasting notes of Old Pulteney are as follows:

Nose: Vanilla and coconut, rich citrus from marmalade and mandarin, lemon cake, and a spicy undertone of fresh oak.

Palate: Raisins, tropical fruit, dark notes of hot coffee and fresh tobacco leaves.

Finish: Fruit and spice notes with a soft sea water touch from Old Pulteney.

Malcolm Waring, distillery manager, is very pleased with the new whisky.

'We’re very pleased to introduce Old Pulteney Harbour, our most approachable whisky yet. Old Pulteney has always been influenced by its home by the sea on the Caithness Coast, and Old Pulteney Harbour beautifully balances that powerful tradition with the smooth vibrancy of this welcoming whisky.'

- Malcolm Waring