Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release)
Eagle Rare
£135
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51.7% | 50.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £135 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release)
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 £135.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 £135)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£135 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2021 Release)