Millstone 14 Year Old 1999 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Millstone 14 Year Old 1999
Millstone Whisky
★ 3.50
£109
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Millstone 14 Year Old 1999 | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Millstone Whisky | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | The Netherlands | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 14 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £109.12 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 3.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Millstone 14 Year Old 1999
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Millstone 14 Year Old 1999
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 3.50).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £109.
For beginners: Millstone 14 Year Old 1999 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Millstone 14 Year Old 1999
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£109.12 vs £89.95)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £109.12)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Millstone?
Millstone 14 Year Old 1999 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 Millstone 14 Year Old 1999
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)