Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Bladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseBladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label
DistilleryOld PerthBladnoch
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£27.99£38.74
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Bladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £38.74)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Bladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£38.74 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt Extract

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

HoneyVanillaNutty

Only Bladnoch 8 Year Old - Distillery Label

Fresh FruitHay-likeFragant

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