Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)

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

Old Perth Number 1 ReleaseCaperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)
DistilleryOld PerthCaperdonich
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%48.6%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£27.99£25.4
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale) is better value at £25 vs £28.

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

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£27.99 vs £25.4)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£25.4 vs £27.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Caperdonich?

Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale) 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 Old Perth Number 1 Release

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNutty

Only Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)

SmokeyToastedOld WoodDried Fruit

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