Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Caperdonich
★ 5.00
£108
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 51.7% |
| Age | 28 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £108.26 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £108.
For beginners: Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£108.26 vs £89.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £108.26)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 Caperdonich 28 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)