Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Seagram's V.O.

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseSeagram's V.O.
DistilleryOld PerthSeagram's
Region
CountryScotlandCanada
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£29.25
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Seagram's V.O.

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Seagram's V.O.

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Seagram's V.O. is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £29.25)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Seagram's V.O.

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£29.25 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Seagram's?

Seagram's V.O. 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

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Nutty

Only Seagram's V.O.

Citric

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