New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye
New Riff
£106
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £106.27 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye
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 £106.
For beginners: New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£106.27 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 £106.27)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy New?
New Riff Sherry Finish Malted Rye 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
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