Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Lagavulin
£199
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky | Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Caperdonich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £199 | £139.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is better value at £140 vs £199.
For beginners: Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £139.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£139.9 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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