Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryTobermoryGlen Elgin
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%50.9%
Age18 yr23 yr
Price£89.95£146.8
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £147.

For beginners: Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 £146.8)

Cons

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

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£146.8 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 Glen?

Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Glen Elgin 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 3272) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Old WoodVanillaHoneyToastedSherried

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