Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseHaran 12 Year Old Traditional
DistilleryOld PerthHaran
Region
CountryScotlandSpain
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£27.99£24.53
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £24.53)

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.53 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Haran?

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

Only Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

ToastedOld WoodDried Fruit

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