BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish
Benriach
★ 4.33
£120
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £120 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish
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 4.33).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £120.
For beginners: BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 BenRiach 15 Year Old Madeira Finish
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)