Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Knob Creek
★ 4.00
£30
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
| Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knob Creek | Old Perth |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.98 | £28.94 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £30.
For beginners: Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.98 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£28.94 vs £29.98)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Knob?
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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
Only Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt