Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Highland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseHighland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
DistilleryOld PerthChapter 7
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%52%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£27.99£41.29
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Highland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

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 £41.

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 £41.29)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£41.29 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 Highland?

Highland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

Only Highland 7 Year Old 2014 (cask 700001) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

SmokeyMedicinalDried Fruit

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