Maker's Mark vs Old Perth Number 1 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Maker's Mark | Old Perth Number 1 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Maker's Mark | Old Perth |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.5 | £27.99 |
| Rating | 3.84/5 | 5.00/5 |
Maker's Mark
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Maker's Mark
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.84).
Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £29.
For beginners: Maker's Mark is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Maker's Mark
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£28.5 vs £27.99)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£27.99 vs £28.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Maker's?
Maker's Mark 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
Only Maker's Mark
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release