Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

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

Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
DistilleryCaperdonichGlen Moray
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.9%43%
Age30 yr25 yr
Price£163.35£229.74
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value31/100

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value20/100

Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £163 vs £230.

For beginners: Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish is more approachable (70/100 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 £229.74)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£229.74 vs £163.35)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Glen?

Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitHoney

Only Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)

Nutty

Only Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish

Cooked Fruit

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