Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
The New Zealand Whisky Company
★ 4.00
£91
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 58.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £91.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £91.
For beginners: The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 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 £91.22)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£91.22 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?
The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Oamaruvian 16 Year Old DoubleWood 1999 (cask 544) (The New Zealand Whisky Company)