Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Linkwood
★ 4.00
£137
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Linkwood |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 46.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £137.19 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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 £137.
For beginners: Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £137.19)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£137.19 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Linkwood 25 Year Old 1986 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)