Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Akashi Toji Blended Malt & Grain

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseAkashi Toji Blended Malt & Grain
DistilleryOld PerthWhite Oak
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£44.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Akashi Toji Blended Malt & Grain

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Akashi Toji Blended Malt & Grain

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £45.

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 £44.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Akashi Toji Blended Malt & Grain

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 vs £27.99)
  • 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 Akashi?

Akashi Toji Blended Malt & Grain 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

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