Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod) vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod)
Ian Macleod
★ 4.40
£30
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
| Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod) | Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ian Macleod | Old Perth |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £29.72 | £28.94 |
| Rating | 4.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £30.
For beginners: Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.72 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 £29.72)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Isle?
Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 Isle Of Skye 12 Year Old (Ian Macleod)
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt