Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) vs Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
DistilleryBunnahabhainCaperdonich
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.5%48%
Age19 yr18 yr
Price£227.95£139.9
Rating5.00/5

Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)

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).

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is better value at £140 vs £228.

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

Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (19 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£227.95 vs £139.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 affordable (£139.9 vs £227.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) 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 Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 (Release No.11822) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)

Oily

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

ToastedDried Fruit

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