Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated
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
Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated
Benriach
£190
| Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 52.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £163.35 | £190 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £163 vs £190.
For beginners: Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 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 £190)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£190 vs £163.35)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Benriach?
Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only Benriach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 2859) - Peated