Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Dalmore
★ 4.75
£80
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 51.7% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £79.9 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
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 4.75).
Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses is better value at £80 vs £90.
For beginners: Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.9 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £79.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Dalmore 15 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)