New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01
The New Zealand Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£120
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01 | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The New Zealand Whisky Company | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | New Zealand | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £120 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £120.
For beginners: New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £89.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £120)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy New?
New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01 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 New Zealand Whisky Company 25 Year Old (bottled 2014) Batch #01
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)