Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Benriach
★ 4.50
£68
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £68.42 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
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 4.50).
Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish is better value at £68 vs £90.
For beginners: Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£68.42 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £68.42)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 17 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish 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
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