Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£141
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £140.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
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).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £141.
For beginners: Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140.95 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 £140.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) 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 Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)