Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseStaoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryOld PerthBunnahabhain
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%47.5%
AgeNAS5 yr
Price£27.99£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £43.

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 £42.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£42.95 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 Staoisha?

Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

Only Staoisha 5 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokeySherriedCooked FruitMedicinal

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