Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 EditionLedaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBlack TotTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%51.7%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£142£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

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

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

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 0.00).

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £142.

For beginners: Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£142 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 £142)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Black?

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Oily

Only Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition

ToastedCooked FruitHoney

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

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