Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Hunter Laing
£108
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hunter Laing | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 51.7% |
| Age | 28 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £107.58 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 £108.
For beginners: Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£107.58 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £107.58)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Probably?
Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 Probably Speyside's Finest Distillery 28 Year Old 1986 (cask 11272) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)