Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTobermoryTullibardine
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%49.2%
Age18 yr25 yr
Price£89.95£103.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value48/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £104.

For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £103.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£103.95 vs £89.95)
  • 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 Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Tullibardine 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

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