Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£100
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 51.7% |
| Age | 37 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (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: Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — 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 Blended?
Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (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 Blended Grain 37 Year Old 1987 (Master of Malt)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)