The Wild Geese Classic 70cl vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

The Wild Geese Classic 70clOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryThe Wild GeeseOld Perth
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£24.89£28.94
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Wild Geese Classic 70cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

The Wild Geese Classic 70cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Wild Geese Classic 70cl is better value at £25 vs £29.

For beginners: The Wild Geese Classic 70cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Wild Geese Classic 70cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.89 vs £28.94)

Cons

  • 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £24.89)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy The?

The Wild Geese Classic 70cl 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 The Wild Geese Classic 70cl

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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