Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29

Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica
Planteray
£29
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Planteray |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.94 | £28.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £29.
For beginners: Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£28.95 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Planteray?
Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Only Planteray Original Dark Rum / Barbados & Jamaica