Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Redbreast
★ 4.83
£102
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Redbreast |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 51.7% | 57.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £101.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.83/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £102.
For beginners: Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 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 £101.54)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.54 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Redbreast?
Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength 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)
Only Redbreast 12 Year Old Cask Strength