Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition vs Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£54
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Loch Lomond
£45
| Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition | Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £53.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) is better value at £45 vs £54.
For beginners: Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£53.95 vs £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £53.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Croftengea?
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Only Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Where to buy
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Croftengea 14 Year Old - Periodical (North Star Spirits)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange