Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Port Askaig
£48
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Port Askaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45.8% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £28.94 | £48.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
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 £48.
For beginners: Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 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
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.21 vs £28.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Where to buy
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Askaig 8 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange