Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Toki Blended Japanese Whisky

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltToki Blended Japanese Whisky
DistilleryOld PerthSuntory
Region
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£29.5
Rating5.00/54.34/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Toki Blended Japanese Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Toki Blended Japanese Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.34).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £30.

For beginners: Toki Blended Japanese 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 affordable (£28.94 vs £29.5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Toki Blended Japanese Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.5 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Toki?

Toki Blended Japanese Whisky 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

SmokeyOily

Only Toki Blended Japanese Whisky

CitricFresh FruitVanillaNew WoodMalt Extract

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