Ha'penny Irish Whiskey vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Ha'penny Irish WhiskeyOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryHa'pennyOld Perth
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV43%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33.95£28.94
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Ha'penny Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Ha'penny Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £34.

For beginners: Ha'penny Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Ha'penny Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£33.95 vs £28.94)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£28.94 vs £33.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Ha'penny?

Ha'penny Irish Whiskey 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 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 Ha'penny Irish Whiskey

SherriedHoneyVanillaDried Fruit

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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