Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseFour Roses Small Batch Bourbon
DistilleryOld PerthFour Roses
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV43%45%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£33.48
Rating5.00/54.36/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.36).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £33.

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 £33.48)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£33.48 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 Four?

Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon 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 Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon

ChocolateToastedFresh Fruit

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