Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
DistilleryTobermoryTeaninich
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%51.8%
Age18 yr13 yr
Price£89.95£95.09
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £95.

For beginners: Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) is more approachable (50/100 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 £95.09)

Cons

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

Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£95.09 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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask 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.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 712136) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)

SherriedCooked FruitVanillaHoneyToasted

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