Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996
Old Perth
£65
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £65.45 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996
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).
Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 is better value at £65 vs £90.
For beginners: Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996
Pros
- +More affordable (£65.45 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £65.45)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996 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 Old Perth 21 Year Old 1996
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)