New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£126
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988 | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The New Zealand Whisky Company | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | New Zealand | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.4% | 51.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £125.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £126.
For beginners: New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125.95 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 £125.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy New?
New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988 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 New Zealand 23 Year Old 1988
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)