Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak
Spirit of Hven
★ 4.60
£95
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Spirit of Hven |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 45% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £94.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.60/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £95.
For beginners: Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak is more approachable (80/100 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 £94.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£94.5 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.2 Merak is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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