Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
£122
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 54.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £121.66 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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 £122.
For beginners: Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (45/100 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 £121.66)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£121.66 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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 Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 797051) The Octave (Duncan Taylor)