Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star SpiritsLedaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryAuchentoshanTobermory
RegionLowlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55%51.7%
Age13 yr18 yr
Price£94.01£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

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 £94.

For beginners: Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£94.01 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 £94.01)

Cons

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

Who should buy Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits 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 Auchentoshan 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SherriedDried FruitChocolateToastedOld Wood

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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