Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Balblair
£127
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 51.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £127.1 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
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 £127.
For beginners: Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£127.1 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 £127.1)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury 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 Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)