Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company)
Glenburgie
£149
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £148.81 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company)
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 £149.
For beginners: Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£148.81 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 £148.81)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt 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.
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 Glenburgie 20 Year Old 1995 (The Malt Whisky Company)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)