Blackland Bourbon vs Old Perth Number 1 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Blackland Bourbon | Old Perth Number 1 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blackland Distillery | Old Perth |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 41.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £33.5 | £27.99 |
| Rating | 3.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blackland Bourbon
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Blackland Bourbon
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).
Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £34.
For beginners: Blackland Bourbon is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Blackland Bourbon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£33.5 vs £27.99)
- −Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£27.99 vs £33.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blackland?
Blackland Bourbon 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 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
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