Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltPeaky Blinder Irish Whiskey
DistilleryOld PerthPeaky Blinder
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£22.24
Rating5.00/53.94/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.94).

Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey is better value at £22 vs £29.

For beginners: Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £22.24)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£22.24 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Peaky?

Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey 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

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

Only Peaky Blinder Irish Whiskey

SherriedChocolateDried FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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