Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
DistilleryTobermoryInvergordon
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV51.7%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£109.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £110.

For beginners: Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 affordable (£89.95 vs £109.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£109.95 vs £89.95)
  • 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 Greenhouse?

Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Greenhouse Preserves 1988 (bottled 2018) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Green-HouseCooked FruitHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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