Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Cragganmore
£32
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
| Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) | Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Old Perth |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £31.65 | £28.94 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
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 £32.
For beginners: Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.65 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) 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 Cragganmore 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt