Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£99
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Tobermory |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 51.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £99 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £99.
For beginners: Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99 vs £89.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 30008) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)