Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£28
Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera
Ximenez Spinola
£29
| Old Perth Number 1 Release | Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Ximenez Spinola |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £27.99 | £29.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera
Quick verdict
Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £29.
For beginners: Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera is more approachable (100/100 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)
- +More affordable (£27.99 vs £29.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.25 vs £27.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Ximenez?
Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera 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
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release
Only Ximenez Spinola Pedro Ximénez Old Harvest Solera