Giffard Vanille de Madagascar vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Giffard Vanille de MadagascarOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryGiffardOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£25.75£28.94
Rating5.00/5

Giffard Vanille de Madagascar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Giffard Vanille de Madagascar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Giffard Vanille de Madagascar is better value at £26 vs £29.

For beginners: Giffard Vanille de Madagascar is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Giffard Vanille de Madagascar

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£25.75 vs £28.94)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £25.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Giffard?

Giffard Vanille de Madagascar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Giffard Vanille de Madagascar

VanillaFragant

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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