Limavady Single Barrel Irish Whiskey vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Limavady Single Barrel Irish WhiskeyOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryLimavadyOld Perth
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£46.5£28.94
Rating4.25/55.00/5

Limavady Single Barrel Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Limavady Single Barrel Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £47.

For beginners: Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Limavady Single Barrel Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.5 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Limavady?

Limavady Single Barrel Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Limavady Single Barrel Irish Whiskey

SherriedDried FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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