Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single Cask vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single CaskGlenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTobermoryGlenturret
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45%47.7%
Age26 yr35 yr
Price£217.09£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single Cask

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value25/100

Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £217.

For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£217.09 vs £199.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £217.09)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 26 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitOld Wood

Only Ledaig 26 Year Old 1993 (cask 245) - The Single Cask

SmokeyToastedLeathery

Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedNuttyTobacco

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