Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glencadam
£83
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Glencadam |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 53.9% |
| Age | 18 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £83.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £83 vs £90.
For beginners: Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £83.18)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +More affordable (£83.18 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — 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 Glencadam?
Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Glencadam 20 Year Old 1991 (cask 4762) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)