Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Crown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseCrown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L)
DistilleryOld PerthCrown Royal
Region
CountryScotlandCanada
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£41.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Crown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Crown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £42.

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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £41.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Crown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.95 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Crown?

Crown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

HoneyNutty

Only Crown Royal Fine De Luxe (1L)

Toasted

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