Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Caol Ila
£121
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
| Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Caperdonich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 48% |
| Age | 28 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £121.32 | £139.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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).
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £121 vs £140.
For beginners: Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£121.32 vs £139.9)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.9 vs £121.32)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 1983 (cask 4825) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange