Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Bruichladdich
★ 4.71
£120
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 51.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £120 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.71/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
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 4.71).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £120.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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
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