Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLongmornTobermory
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.2%51.7%
Age25 yr18 yr
Price£149.91£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £150.

For beginners: Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£149.91 vs £89.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £149.91)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Longmorn?

Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)

Old WoodSherriedHoneyVanillaNutty

Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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