Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseGoslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum
DistilleryOld PerthGoslings
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£30.75
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness82/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum

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 £31.

For beginners: Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum is more approachable (100/100 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 £30.75)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£30.75 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 Goslings?

Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum 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 Goslings Black Seal Rum Blended Modernist Rum

ChocolateOld Wood

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