Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition vs Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£54
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£86
| Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition | Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £53.95 | £85.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is better value at £54 vs £86.
For beginners: Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £85.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£85.82 vs £53.95)
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Only Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Only Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange