Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Oban
£135
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
| Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) | Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Oban | Caperdonich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £134.95 | £139.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is better value at £135 vs £140.
For beginners: Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +More affordable (£134.95 vs £139.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.9 vs £134.95)
Who should buy Oban?
Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Oban 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection