SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Speyside
£91
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Speyside | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 51.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £90.91 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
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 £91.
For beginners: SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£90.91 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 £90.91)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy SPEY?
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 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 SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)