Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3) vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)Old Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryKininvieOld Perth
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV42.6%43%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£20.51£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

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

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3) is better value at £21 vs £28.

For beginners: Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£20.51 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.51)

Who should buy Kininvie?

Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

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

Honey

Only Kininvie 23 Year Old 1991 (Batch 3)

Dried FruitCitricOld WoodToasted

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractVanillaNutty

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