Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Peerless Bourbon Small Batch

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Peerless Bourbon Small Batch
DistilleryTobermoryPeerless
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV51.7%54.7%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£81.4
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Peerless Bourbon Small Batch

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value61/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Peerless Bourbon Small Batch

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Peerless Bourbon Small Batch is better value at £81 vs £90.

For beginners: Peerless Bourbon Small Batch 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 £81.4)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Peerless Bourbon Small Batch

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£81.4 vs £89.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.7%) — 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 Peerless?

Peerless Bourbon Small Batch 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 Peerless Bourbon Small Batch

VanillaToastedChocolateHoneyNutty

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