Bulleit Bourbon vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Bulleit BourbonOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryBulleitOld Perth
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV45%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.49£28.94
Rating4.37/55.00/5

Bulleit Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Bulleit Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.37).

Bulleit Bourbon is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Bulleit Bourbon is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Bulleit Bourbon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.49 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £28.49)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Bulleit?

Bulleit 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 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 Bulleit Bourbon

VanillaNew WoodToastedChocolateHoney

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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