Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltPenderyn Madeira Finish 35cl
DistilleryOld PerthPenderyn
Region
CountryScotlandWales
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£24.87
Rating5.00/54.67/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl is better value at £25 vs £29.

For beginners: Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl is more approachable (75/100 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 £24.87)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£24.87 vs £28.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl 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

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

Only Penderyn Madeira Finish 35cl

Fresh FruitHoneyCooked FruitToasted

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