Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond vs Old Perth Number 1 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond | Old Perth Number 1 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Evan Williams | Old Perth |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £36.9 | £27.99 |
| Rating | 4.62/5 | 5.00/5 |
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.62).
Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £37.
For beginners: Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.9 vs £27.99)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 £36.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Evan?
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond 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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