Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection vs The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Glen Ord
£100
| Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Glen Ord |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 57.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £139.9 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is better value at £100 vs £140.
For beginners: Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.9 vs £99.95)
The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £139.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy The?
The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Only The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)