Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Parr
£70
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Parr | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
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).
Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £70 vs £90.
For beginners: Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £69.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Old?
Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Old Parr 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)