Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky
DistilleryTobermoryUndisclosed Distillery
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV51.7%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£86.75
Rating5.00/5

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

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

An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky is better value at £87 vs £90.

For beginners: An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £86.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£86.75 vs £89.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 An?

An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky

SherriedFresh FruitCitricHoneyCooked Fruit

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