Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
DistilleryTobermoryInvergordon
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV51.7%56.1%
Age18 yr34 yr
Price£89.95£129.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

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 £130.

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 £129.5)

Cons

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

Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (34 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£129.5 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 Invergordon?

Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter 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)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Invergordon 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 21871) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

VanillaHoneyOld WoodToastedNutty

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