Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Ledaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseLedaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
DistilleryOld PerthTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£27.99£38.59
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Ledaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £39.

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
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £38.59)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ledaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£38.59 vs £27.99)

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 Ledaig?

Ledaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

Only Ledaig 8 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

SmokeySherriedLeatheryToastedCooked Fruit

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