Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseKininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)
DistilleryOld PerthKininvie
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%42.6%
AgeNAS23 yr
Price£27.99£20.51
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3) is better value at £21 vs £28.

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.51)

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£20.51 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Kininvie?

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractVanillaNutty

Only Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

Dried FruitCitricOld WoodToasted

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