Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory
★ 2.00
£125
| Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 50.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £163.35 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £125 vs £163.
For beginners: Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£163.35 vs £124.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £163.35)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caperdonich 30 Years Old 1982 (cask 8778) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)