Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29

Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Ruta Maya
£30
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Ruta Maya |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.94 | £29.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
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 £30.
For beginners: Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum 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
Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 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 Ruta?
Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Only Ruta Maya Ouro Rum Single Traditional Column Still Rum