Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£95
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Douglas Laing |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 57.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £94.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £95.
For beginners: Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 £94.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.95 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 Secret?
Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Secret Highland 13 Year Old 2013 Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)