Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Perth Number 1 Release | Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Koskenkorva |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £27.99 | £20.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Koskenkorva Salmiakki 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)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +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 Koskenkorva?
Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release
Only Koskenkorva Salmiakki Liqueur