Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe Dingle DistilleryTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.5%51.7%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£79.95£89.95
Rating3.50/55.00/5

Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner60/100
Value44/100

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

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

Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3

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 3.50).

Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3 is better value at £80 vs £90.

For beginners: Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3

Pros

  • +More affordable (£79.95 vs £89.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £79.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Dingle?

Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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 Dingle Single Malt - Batch No.3

Fresh FruitSherriedVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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