Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor)Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryDuncan TaylorOld Perth
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV50%43%
Age5 yrNAS
Price£28£28.94
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £28)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Black?

Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Only Black Bull Kyloe (Duncan Taylor)

Malt ExtractToastedVanillaHoney

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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