Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£88
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.3% | 51.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £88.43 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £88 vs £90.
For beginners: Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£88.43 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £88.43)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)