Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£140
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£208
| Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection | Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 56.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £139.9 | £208.33 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 18 Year Old Peated - Secret Speyside Collection is better value at £140 vs £208.
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 £208.33)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£208.33 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice 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.
Tasting notes
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