Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltEgan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass
DistilleryOld PerthEgan's
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£44.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £45.

For beginners: Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.94 vs £44.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 vs £28.94)
  • 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 Egan's?

Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass 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 Egan's Fortitude Gift Set with Glass

SherriedDried FruitHoneyVanilla

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