Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£65
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Blair Athol |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 52.1% |
| Age | 18 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is better value at £65 vs £90.
For beginners: Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £64.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)