Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 3.40
£22
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Douglas Laing |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £28.94 | £21.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.40/5 |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.40).
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing) is better value at £22 vs £29.
For beginners: The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£28.94 vs £21.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£21.5 vs £28.94)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.4 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 The?
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Only The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)