Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Ben Nevis
£125
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.4% | 51.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £124.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £125.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.95 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 £124.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)