Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de DijonOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryLejay LagouteOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£23.5£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon is better value at £24 vs £28.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£23.5 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £23.5)

Who should buy Lejay?

Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Lejay Lagoute Original Creme de Cassis de Dijon

Fresh FruitCooked FruitFragant

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

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