Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection vs Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

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

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside CollectionPort Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
DistilleryCaperdonichPort Ellen
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%48.6%
Age18 yr27 yr
Price£139.9£212.85
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value23/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is better value at £140 vs £213.

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
  • +More affordable (£139.9 vs £212.85)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£212.85 vs £139.9)

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 Port?

Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalDried Fruit

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

ToastedLeathery

Only Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)

Old WoodSherried

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