Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Old Perth |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.2% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £72.73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996 is better value at £73 vs £100.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
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 (£99.99 vs £72.73)
Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£72.73 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter 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 22 Year Old 1996 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only Old Perth 22 Year Old 1996