Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Amrut |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £88.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Quick verdict
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask is better value at £89 vs £90.
For beginners: Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £88.78)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£88.78 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −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 Amrut?
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask 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 Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Where to buy
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Amrut 4 Year Old 2009 (cask 2697) - Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange