Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry 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
BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask
Benriach
£83
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Benriach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 57.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £82.58 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask is better value at £83 vs £90.
For beginners: BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask 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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £82.58)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£82.58 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — 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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry 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 BenRiach 17 Year Old 1998 (cask 6394) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask