Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryBen NevisOld Perth
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%43%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£46.9£28.94
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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 £47.

For beginners: Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.9 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 Ben?

Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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 Ben Nevis 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 240 & 241) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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