Jim Beam Black Label vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Jim Beam Black LabelOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryJim BeamOld Perth
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV43%43%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£27.9£27.99
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Jim Beam Black Label

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Jim Beam Black Label

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Jim Beam Black Label is better value at £28 vs £28.

For beginners: Jim Beam Black Label is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Jim Beam Black Label

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.9 vs £27.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £27.9)

Who should buy Jim?

Jim Beam Black Label 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 Number 1 Release 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

VanillaHoneyNutty

Only Jim Beam Black Label

ToastedChocolate

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt Extract

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