Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£28
Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tamdhu
★ 3.00
£34
| Old Perth Number 1 Release | Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Tamdhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £27.99 | £33.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £34.
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 £33.83)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£33.83 vs £27.99)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release
Only Tamdhu 8 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon & MacPhail)