Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryOld PerthTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.6%51.7%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£95.5£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009

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 £96.

For beginners: Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£95.5 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 £95.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009 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 Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009

SherriedDried FruitToastedOld WoodChocolate

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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