Cockburn White Heights Port vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Cockburn White Heights PortOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryCockburnOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£24.25£28.94
Rating5.00/5

Cockburn White Heights Port

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Cockburn White Heights Port

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Cockburn White Heights Port is better value at £24 vs £29.

For beginners: Cockburn White Heights Port is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Cockburn White Heights Port

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.25 vs £28.94)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £24.25)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Cockburn?

Cockburn White Heights Port 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.

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 Cockburn White Heights Port

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaCitric

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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