Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTobermoryTobermory
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%51.7%
Age19 yr18 yr
Price£104.57£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £105.

For beginners: Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (19 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£104.57 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 £104.57)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

KipperyCoal-gas

Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

LeatheryOily

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