Old Perth Number 1 Release vs The Epicurean

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseThe Epicurean
DistilleryOld PerthThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%46.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£34
Rating5.00/54.40/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

The Epicurean

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £34.

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

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £34)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Epicurean

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£34 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean 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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Nutty

Only The Epicurean

Fresh Fruit

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