Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£75
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £75 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) is better value at £75 vs £90.
For beginners: Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£75 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £75)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask 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 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 Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 801418) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)