Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 GlassesOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryConnemaraOld Perth
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£30.5£28.94
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £31.

For beginners: Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£30.5 vs £28.94)

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.94 vs £30.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Connemara?

Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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

Both taste of

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Only Connemara Peated Single Malt + 2 Glasses

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