The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
DistilleryCardrona DistilleryCaperdonich
RegionSpeyside
CountryNew ZealandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV62.7%48%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£133£139.9
Rating5.00/5

The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) is better value at £133 vs £140.

For beginners: The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£133 vs £139.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (62.7%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.9 vs £133)

Who should buy The?

The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only The Cardrona Full Flight - Sherry Cask (cask 114)

SherriedChocolateOld WoodHoney

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokeyMedicinalToastedLeathery

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