Nevis Dew Special Reserve vs Old Perth Number 1 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Nevis Dew Special Reserve | Old Perth Number 1 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Old Perth |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £20.9 | £27.99 |
| Rating | 4.22/5 | 5.00/5 |
Nevis Dew Special Reserve
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Nevis Dew Special Reserve
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).
Nevis Dew Special Reserve is better value at £21 vs £28.
For beginners: Nevis Dew Special Reserve is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Nevis Dew Special Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.9 vs £27.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.9)
Who should buy Nevis?
Nevis Dew Special Reserve 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 Old Perth Number 1 Release

