Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Millstone Whisky
★ 5.00
£111
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Millstone Whisky | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | The Netherlands | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £110.7 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
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 £111.
For beginners: Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£110.7 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 £110.7)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Millstone?
Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Millstone 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)