Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glen Grant
£129
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.3% | 51.7% |
| Age | 37 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £128.7 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £129.
For beginners: Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£128.7 vs £89.95)
- −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 affordable (£89.95 vs £128.7)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glen Grant 37 Year Old 1974 Cask 7646 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)