Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Benriach
£38
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Benriach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £28.94 | £37.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
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 £38.
For beginners: Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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
Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£37.67 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Benriach?
Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Only Benriach 6 Year Old 2010 (cask 12061) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)