Vecchio Amaro del Capo vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Vecchio Amaro del CapoOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryVecchioOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.25£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Vecchio Amaro del Capo

Smoke72/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Vecchio Amaro del Capo

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 £29.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Vecchio Amaro del Capo

Pros

  • +Intense, complex peat smoke character
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.25 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 £29.25)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Vecchio?

Vecchio Amaro del Capo is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.

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 Vecchio Amaro del Capo

CitricFresh FruitMedicinal

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

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