Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£140
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 51.7% |
| Age | 19 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £140.
For beginners: Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £139.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardmore 19 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)