Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr
Balblair
£114
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 14 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £113.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr
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 £114.
For beginners: Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£113.95 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 £113.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr 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 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 14 Year Old 2011 (cask 09027) - Dràm Mòr
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)