Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryTobermoryGlenturret
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%47.9%
Age18 yr34 yr
Price£89.95£101.95
Rating5.00/53.25/5

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

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

Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner70/100
Value32/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.25).

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £102.

For beginners: Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £101.95)

Cons

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

Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (34 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£101.95 vs £89.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.3 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 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Glenturret 34 Year Old 1977 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Old WoodHoneyToastedSherriedVanilla

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