Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Monkey Shoulder
★ 3.87
£31
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Monkey Shoulder |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.94 | £30.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.87/5 |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.87).
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £31.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch 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 £30.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£30.95 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Only Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky