Penderyn Myth vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Penderyn MythOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryPenderynOld Perth
Region
CountryWalesScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV41%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£25.9£28.94
Rating4.35/55.00/5

Penderyn Myth

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Penderyn Myth

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.35).

Penderyn Myth is better value at £26 vs £29.

For beginners: Penderyn Myth is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Penderyn Myth

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£25.9 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 £25.9)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Penderyn?

Penderyn Myth 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 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 Penderyn Myth

VanillaNew WoodHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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