GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)
GlenAllachie
★ 4.50
£137
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £136.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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 4.50).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £137.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£136.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 £136.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 GlenAllachie 18 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)