Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryLinkwoodOld Perth
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%43%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£43.8£28.94
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £44.

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

Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.8 vs £28.94)
  • 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Linkwood?

Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Linkwood 13 Year Old 1995 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SherriedHoneyDried FruitMalt Extract

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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