Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island WhiskyGlenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
DistilleryLedaigGlenglassaugh
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%44.8%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£299£334.62
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner60/100
Value15/100

Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky is better value at £299 vs £335.

For beginners: Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £334.62)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£334.62 vs £299)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitToasted

Only Ledaig 2005 / 17 Year Old / Whisky Sponge Edition 70 Island Whisky

SmokeySherriedNutty

Only Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

Cooked FruitOld WoodHoney

Explore more