The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple BrandyOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryThe London Distillery CompanyOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£32.99£28.94
Rating5.00/5

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £33.

For beginners: The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£32.99 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy The?

The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only The Apple Market - Stall 54, 12-year-old English Apple Brandy

Dried FruitCooked FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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