Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltMannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
DistilleryOld PerthMannochmore
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%57.1%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£28.94£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £47.

For beginners: Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 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 £46.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£46.95 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 Mannochmore?

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

Only Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 9321) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

SherriedHoneyDried FruitMalt ExtractVanilla

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