Evan Williams 12 Year Old vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Evan Williams
£130
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Evan Williams 12 Year Old | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Evan Williams | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £129.9 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
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 £130.
For beginners: Evan Williams 12 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.9 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 £129.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Evan?
Evan Williams 12 Year Old 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 Evan Williams 12 Year Old
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)