Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Peaky Blinder Bourbon

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleasePeaky Blinder Bourbon
DistilleryOld PerthPeaky Blinder
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£22.51
Rating5.00/52.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Peaky Blinder Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner85/100
Value89/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peaky Blinder Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).

Peaky Blinder Bourbon is better value at £23 vs £28.

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

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £22.51)

Peaky Blinder Bourbon

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£22.51 vs £27.99)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Peaky?

Peaky Blinder Bourbon 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

Vanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyNutty

Only Peaky Blinder Bourbon

New WoodCooked Mash

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