Cockburn Ruby Soho Port vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Cockburn Ruby Soho PortOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryCockburnOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£24.25£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Cockburn Ruby Soho Port

Smoke0/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Cockburn Ruby Soho Port

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Cockburn Ruby Soho Port is better value at £24 vs £28.

For beginners: Cockburn Ruby Soho Port is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Cockburn Ruby Soho Port

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.25 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £24.25)

Who should buy Cockburn?

Cockburn Ruby Soho Port 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Cockburn Ruby Soho Port

Cooked FruitDried FruitTobacco

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractVanillaNutty

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