Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto
DistilleryTobermoryGlencadam
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%46%
Age18 yr17 yr
Price£89.95£125
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto

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 £125.

For beginners: Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto is more approachable (60/100 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 £125)

Cons

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

Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 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 Glencadam?

Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Glencadam 17 Year Old 2004 Reserva de Porto

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToastedNutty

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