Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Uncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseUncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky
DistilleryOld PerthUncle Duke's
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.99£28.2
Rating5.00/53.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Uncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Uncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £28.2)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Uncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.2 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 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 Uncle?

Uncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanilla

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

HoneyNutty

Only Uncle Duke's Single Grain Whisky

New WoodToastedOily

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