Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Macduff
£83
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Macduff |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 51.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £82.72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is better value at £83 vs £90.
For beginners: Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £82.72)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More affordable (£82.72 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −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 Macduff?
Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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)
Only Macduff 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4088) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)