Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
The Whisky Club
£74
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | The Whisky Club |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 54% |
| Age | 18 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £73.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) is better value at £74 vs £90.
For beginners: Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) is more approachable (50/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £73.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +More affordable (£73.95 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — 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 Bally?
Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) 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 Bally Delicious 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)