Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside CollectionChivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryCaperdonichChivas Regal
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48%43%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£139.9£150
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value33/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is better value at £140 vs £150.

For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 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 £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £139.9)
  • 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 Chivas?

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedDried Fruit

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

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