Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection vs Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

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

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside CollectionFoursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
DistilleryCaperdonichFoursquare
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£139.9£199
Rating5.00/5

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

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 £199.

For beginners: Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£139.9 vs £199)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £139.9)
  • 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 Foursquare?

Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedDried Fruit

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Foursquare Redoutable / 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

ChocolateCitricVanilla

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