Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka
Portobello Road
£30
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Portobello Road |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.94 | £29.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka
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 £30.
For beginners: Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka is more approachable (100/100 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
Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.75 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 Portobello?
Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka 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
Only Portobello Road Golden Madagascan Vanilla Vodka