Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Glentauchers
★ 5.00
£85
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Glentauchers |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 50.9% |
| Age | 18 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Quick verdict
Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is better value at £85 vs £90.
For beginners: Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) 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 Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)