BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe
Benriach
£82
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 51.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £81.68 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe
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).
BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe is better value at £82 vs £90.
For beginners: BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe
Pros
- +More affordable (£81.68 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £81.68)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe 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 BenRiach 22 Year Old 1990 Tawny Port Pipe
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)