Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
£225
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 56.5% |
| Age | 40 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £224.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £225 vs £250.
For beginners: Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£224.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £224.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) 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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) 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
Only Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)