Bigallet Thym Liqueur vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Bigallet Thym LiqueurOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryBigalletOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£20.25£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Bigallet Thym Liqueur

Smoke72/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Bigallet Thym Liqueur

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bigallet Thym Liqueur is better value at £20 vs £28.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bigallet Thym Liqueur

Pros

  • +Intense, complex peat smoke character
  • +More affordable (£20.25 vs £27.99)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.25)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bigallet?

Bigallet Thym Liqueur is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Number 1 Release 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

Only Bigallet Thym Liqueur

VegetativeMedicinalSolvent

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

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