Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseSaint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
DistilleryOld PerthSaint James
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£24.5
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £25 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 £24.5)

Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.5 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Saint?

Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum 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

Only Saint James Imperial Blanc Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum

Fresh FruitFragantYeastyCitric

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