Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)
DistilleryTobermoryGlen Ord
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%57.6%
Age18 yr14 yr
Price£89.95£99.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)

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 £100.

For beginners: The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is more approachable (40/100 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 £99.95)

Cons

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

The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£99.95 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 The?

The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018) 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 The Singleton Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2018)

SherriedHoneyVanillaCooked FruitNutty

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