Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£163
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Glen Moray
★ 4.50
£230
| Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Glen Moray |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £163.35 | £229.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £163 vs £230.
For beginners: Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£163.35 vs £229.74)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£229.74 vs £163.35)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) 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 Glen?
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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