Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryTobermoryCragganmore
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%54.2%
Age18 yr20 yr
Price£89.95£64.95
Rating5.00/54.67/5

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

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

Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner50/100
Value72/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £65 vs £90.

For beginners: Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £64.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£64.95 vs £89.95)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 Cragganmore?

Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Cragganmore 20 Year Old 1991 Cask 1157 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Old WoodHoneyToastedDried FruitNutty

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