Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt vs Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Old Perth
★ 5.00
£29
Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)
Caperdonich
£25
| Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt | Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Caperdonich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.6% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £28.94 | £25.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)
Quick verdict
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale) is better value at £25 vs £29.
For beginners: Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£28.94 vs £25.4)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£25.4 vs £28.94)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale) 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
Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt
Only Caperdonich 20 Year Old 1997 (La Distillerie Générale)