Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£110
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 42.3% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £110.
For beginners: Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £89.95)
- −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 Velvet?
Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Velvet Fig 25 Year Old (Wemyss Malts)