Malt Riot vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Malt Riot | Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glasgow Distillery Co. | Old Perth |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.5 | £28.94 |
| Rating | 3.92/5 | 5.00/5 |
Malt Riot
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Malt Riot
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.92).
Malt Riot is better value at £29 vs £29.
For beginners: Malt Riot is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Malt Riot
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.5 vs £28.94)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£28.94 vs £28.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Malt?
Malt Riot suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 Malt Riot
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt