Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Glenturret
£147
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Glenturret |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 51.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £146.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
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 £147.
For beginners: Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 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 £146.76)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£146.76 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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) 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 Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)