Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
DistilleryTobermoryTormore
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%56.4%
Age18 yr20 yr
Price£89.95£87.99
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) is better value at £88 vs £90.

For beginners: Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £87.99)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£87.99 vs £89.95)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.4%) — 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 Tormore?

Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Tormore 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 604) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

SherriedToastedDried FruitChocolateOld Wood

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