Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltHaran 12 Year Old Traditional
DistilleryOld PerthHaran
Region
CountryScotlandSpain
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£28.94£24.53
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional is better value at £25 vs £29.

For beginners: Haran 12 Year Old Traditional 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £24.53)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.53 vs £28.94)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Haran?

Haran 12 Year Old Traditional suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

Only Haran 12 Year Old Traditional

ToastedOld WoodNuttyDried Fruit

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