Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish
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
Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£133
| Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Clan Colla |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £163.35 | £132.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish is better value at £133 vs £163.
For beginners: Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£163.35 vs £132.84)
Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£132.84 vs £163.35)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Clan?
Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish 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
Only Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only Clan Colla 19 Year Old 2001 - Oloroso Cask Finish