New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£128
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The New Zealand Whisky Company | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | New Zealand | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £127.75 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
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 £128.
For beginners: New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£127.75 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 £127.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy New?
New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64) 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 New Zealand 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 64)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)