Jim Beam Devil's Cut vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Jim Beam Devil's CutOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryJim BeamOld Perth
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV45%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£26.99£27.99
Rating3.60/55.00/5

Jim Beam Devil's Cut

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Jim Beam Devil's Cut

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.60).

Jim Beam Devil's Cut is better value at £27 vs £28.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Jim Beam Devil's Cut

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£26.99 vs £27.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.6 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £26.99)

Who should buy Jim?

Jim Beam Devil's Cut 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 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

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Jim Beam Devil's Cut

New WoodChocolateToastedOily

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyNutty

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