Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection
DistilleryTobermoryAberlour
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%58.7%
Age18 yr14 yr
Price£89.95£113.95
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £114.

For beginners: Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 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 £113.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£113.95 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 Aberlour?

Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection 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)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Aberlour 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 213017) - Single Cask Selection

SherriedHoneyCooked FruitMalt ExtractNutty

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