Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£86
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£54
| Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Old Perth |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £85.82 | £53.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Quick verdict
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is better value at £54 vs £86.
For beginners: Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£85.82 vs £53.95)
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £85.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
Balblair 21 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Old Perth Pedro Ximénez Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange