Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979
DistilleryTobermoryCrown Royal
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandCanada
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV51.7%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£120
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value42/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £120.

For beginners: Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 is more approachable (70/100 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 £120)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 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 Crown?

Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Crown Royal Canadian Whisky - 1979

VanillaToastedHoneyMalt ExtractSherried

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