Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin LiqueurOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryPortobello RoadOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.95£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £30.

For beginners: Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £29.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Portobello?

Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Portobello Road Barrel Aged Sloeberry and Blackcurrant Gin Liqueur

Cooked FruitDried FruitToastedOld Wood

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

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