Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Hamiltons Lowland Single GrainOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryHamiltonsOld Perth
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£29.95£28.94
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £30.

For beginners: Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.95 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£28.94 vs £29.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Hamiltons?

Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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 Hamiltons Lowland Single Grain

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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