8O8 Whisky (808) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

8O8 Whisky (808)Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Distillery8o8Old Perth
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£30£28.94
Rating4.05/55.00/5

8O8 Whisky (808)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

8O8 Whisky (808)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.05).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £30.

For beginners: 8O8 Whisky (808) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

8O8 Whisky (808)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£30 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 £30)

Cons

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

Who should buy 8O8?

8O8 Whisky (808) 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 8O8 Whisky (808)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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