The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits)Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryNorth Star SpiritsOld Perth
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV50%43%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£38.96£28.94
Rating5.00/5

The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £39.

For beginners: Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£38.96 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy The?

The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOily

Only The Islay Star 8 Year Old - Regional Range (North Star Spirits)

Medicinal

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