Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection vs Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)

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

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside CollectionMidleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
DistilleryCaperdonichMidleton
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Pot Still
ABV48%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£139.9£204.95
Rating5.00/5

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

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

Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)

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 £205.

For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) is more approachable (60/100 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 £204.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£204.95 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 Midleton?

Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)

VanillaHoneyNutty

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