Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltJameson Blended Irish Whiskey
DistilleryOld PerthJameson
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended MaltIrish
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£27.75
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 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

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £27.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.75 vs £28.94)

Cons

  • 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 Jameson?

Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey 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 Jameson Blended Irish Whiskey

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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