Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Lord Randolph Oxford Malt WhiskyOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryThe Black Bottle DistilleryOld Perth
Region
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV45%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£28.94
Rating4.30/55.00/5

Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.30).

Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 £27.99)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Lord?

Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Lord Randolph Oxford Malt Whisky

VanillaNew WoodFresh FruitToasted

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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