Bladnoch 20 Year Old vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Bladnoch 20 Year OldOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryBladnochOld Perth
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
Age20 yrNAS
Price£20.14£27.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bladnoch 20 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Bladnoch 20 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bladnoch 20 Year Old is better value at £20 vs £28.

For beginners: Bladnoch 20 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bladnoch 20 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£20.14 vs £27.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.14)

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 20 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

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

HoneyMalt Extract

Only Bladnoch 20 Year Old

Fresh FruitHay-likeLeafy

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

VanillaNutty

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