Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Glendullan
£125
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
| Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glendullan | Caperdonich |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £124.51 | £139.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
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).
Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £125 vs £140.
For beginners: Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£124.51 vs £139.9)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.9 vs £124.51)
Who should buy Singleton?
Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021) 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
Only Singleton of Glendullan 19 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection