Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020Old Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryBordeaux DistillingOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£42.95£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £43.

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

Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £42.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bordeaux?

Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020

Fresh FruitFragant

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractNutty

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