Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Luxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseLuxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur
DistilleryOld PerthLuxardo
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£20.75
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Luxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Luxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Luxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur 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 £20.75)

Luxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£20.75 vs £27.99)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Luxardo?

Luxardo Amaretto di Saschira Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

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