Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltClynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryOld PerthClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£28.94£37.68
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness88/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £38.

For beginners: Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 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

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£37.68 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

Oily

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smokey

Only Clynelish 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 800145 & 800161) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

LeatheryHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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