Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Maker's Mark

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseMaker's Mark
DistilleryOld PerthMaker's Mark
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV43%45%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£28.5
Rating5.00/53.84/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Maker's Mark

Smoke0/100
Sweetness82/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Maker's Mark

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.84).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Maker's Mark is more approachable (90/100 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 £28.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Maker's Mark

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.5 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (3.8 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 Maker's?

Maker's Mark 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

HoneyVanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractNutty

Only Maker's Mark

ChocolateNew Wood

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