Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryCaol IlaOld Perth
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%43%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£39.55£28.94
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £40.

For beginners: Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.55 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOily

Only Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)

MedicinalToastedLeathery

Where to buy

Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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