Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£94
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Auchroisk |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 61.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £94.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £94.
For beginners: Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £94.18)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.18 vs £89.95)
- −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 Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - 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)
Only Auchroisk 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 3658) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)