Arlett Blended Whisky vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Arlett Blended WhiskyOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryDistillerie Tessendier & FilsOld Perth
Region
CountryFranceScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.95£28.94
Rating5.00/5

Arlett Blended Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness90/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Arlett Blended Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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 £30.

For beginners: Arlett Blended Whisky is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Arlett Blended Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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

Who should buy Arlett?

Arlett Blended Whisky 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.

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.

Tasting notes

Only Arlett Blended Whisky

VanillaYeastyCitricNew Wood

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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