Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition vs Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask

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

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited EditionPort Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask
DistilleryOld PerthPort Askaig
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.2%45.8%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£53.95£85.55
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner40/100
Value93/100

Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is better value at £54 vs £86.

For beginners: Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£53.95 vs £85.55)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£85.55 vs £53.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Port?

Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition

HoneyNutty

Only Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

Where to buy

Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition

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