Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl vs Old Perth Number 1 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl
Sacred Distillery
£21
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£28
| Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl | Old Perth Number 1 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Sacred Distillery | Old Perth |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £20.8 | £27.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl is better value at £21 vs £28.
For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +More affordable (£20.8 vs £27.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Sacred?
Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Number 1 Release 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.
Tasting notes
Only Sacred English Spiced Vermouth, 50cl
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release