Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Dumbarton
£115
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Dumbarton |
| Region | Island | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51.7% | 43.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
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 £115.
For beginners: Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (75/100 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 £114.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£114.95 vs £89.95)
- −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 Dumbarton?
Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Dumbarton 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 15801) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)