Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Littlemill
★ 4.33
£85
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Tobermory |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 27 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.63 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 4.33).
Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £85 vs £90.
For beginners: Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£84.63 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.63)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Littlemill 27 Year Old 1985 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)