Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Aultmore
★ 2.00
£104
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £103.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 2.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £104.
For beginners: Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£103.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 £103.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Aultmore 20 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)