Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Glen Grant
£180
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
| Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) | Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Caperdonich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.1% | 48% |
| Age | 22 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £139.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
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).
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is better value at £140 vs £180.
For beginners: Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £139.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£139.9 vs £179.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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