Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single CaskCaperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
DistilleryWilliamsonCaperdonich
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.4%48%
Age13 yr18 yr
Price£106.92£139.9
Rating5.00/5

Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask

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).

Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask is better value at £107 vs £140.

For beginners: Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£106.92 vs £139.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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)
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.9 vs £106.92)

Who should buy Williamson?

Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask 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 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

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Williamson 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 918) - The Single Cask

Oily

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

ToastedDried Fruit

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