Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10cl vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10clOld Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryCaperdonichOld Perth
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV47.1%43%
Age38 yrNAS
Price£28.78£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £29.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.78 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £28.78)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Caperdonich?

Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Number 1 Release is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyNutty

Only Caperdonich 38 Year Old 1970 (Adelphi) 10cl

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractVanilla

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