Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltLabel 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky
DistilleryOld PerthLabel 5
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£25.75
Rating5.00/53.00/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky is better value at £26 vs £29.

For beginners: Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £25.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£25.75 vs £28.94)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Label?

Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

Only Label 5 Bourbon Barrel Grain Whisky

VanillaToastedMalt ExtractNew Wood

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