Old Perth Number 1 Release vs North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseNorth British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryOld PerthNorth British
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV43%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£20.45
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) is better value at £20 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 £20.45)

North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£20.45 vs £27.99)

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 North?

North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) 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 ExtractVanillaNutty

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Honey

Only North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)

Toasted

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