Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask)
Balblair
£99
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £98.5 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask)
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 £99.
For beginners: Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£98.5 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £98.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask) 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 Balblair 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800130) - Explorations (The Single Cask)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)