Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Old Perth |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £81.81 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004
Quick verdict
Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004 is better value at £82 vs £100.
For beginners: Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004 is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £81.81)
Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£81.81 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter 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 13 Year Old 2004 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
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only Old Perth 13 Year Old 2004