Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£28
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Balblair
£23
| Old Perth Number 1 Release | Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £27.99 | £22.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £23 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 £22.92)
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£22.92 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 Balblair?
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release
Only Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 10 Year Old 35cl (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange