Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs The English - Smokey

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

Old Perth Peaty Blended MaltThe English - Smokey
DistilleryOld PerthThe English Distillery
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.94£45.5
Rating5.00/53.83/5

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

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

The English - Smokey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value84/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The English - Smokey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.83).

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is better value at £29 vs £46.

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

The English - Smokey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£45.5 vs £28.94)
  • Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)

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 The?

The English - Smokey 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Oily

Only The English - Smokey

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

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