Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cardhu
£88
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Cardhu |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 58.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £87.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £88 vs £90.
For beginners: Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (40/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £87.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£87.5 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Cardhu?
Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Cardhu 12 Year Old 2013 (cask 19999) Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)