Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£31
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Signatory |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £28.94 | £31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
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 £31.
For beginners: Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£31 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 Ayrshire?
Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Ayrshire 17 Year Old 1998 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)