Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Mortlach
£98
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £97.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
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 £98.
For beginners: Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£97.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £97.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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.
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 Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)