Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
DistilleryTobermoryGlenturret
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%46%
Age18 yr18 yr
Price£89.95£86.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) is better value at £87 vs £90.

For beginners: Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (65/100 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 £86.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£86.95 vs £89.95)

Cons

  • 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 Glenturret?

Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Glenturret 18 Year Old 1990 - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)

VanillaHoneyToastedOld WoodNutty

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