Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Tomintoul
£132
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £132 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
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 £132.
For beginners: Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£132 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 £132)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Tomintoul 17 Year Old 2005 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)