The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder LaneCaperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
DistilleryThe Dublin LibertiesCaperdonich
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48%
Age13 yr18 yr
Price£130.42£139.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner75/100
Value38/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value36/100

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane is better value at £130 vs £140.

For beginners: The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£130.42 vs £139.9)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.9 vs £130.42)

Who should buy The?

The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane 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.

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

Only The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane

HoneyCooked FruitVanillaSherriedFresh Fruit

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokeyMedicinalToastedDried FruitLeathery

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