Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseSpeyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryOld PerthThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%49.3%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£27.99£34.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £35.

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
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £34.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£34.95 vs £27.99)

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 Speyside?

Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

HoneyNutty

Only Speyside #3 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitYeasty

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