Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£163
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament
GlenDronach
★ 4.67
£207
| Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 48% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £163.35 | £207 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £163 vs £207.
For beginners: The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£163.35 vs £207)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£207 vs £163.35)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) 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 The?
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament