Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 4.60
£117
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 51.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.60/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £117.
For beginners: Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £116.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 Speyside?
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)