Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain
£100
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 51.7% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £100.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 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 £99.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)