Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Aultmore
★ 5.00
£100
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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 £100.
For beginners: Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 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 £99.95)
- +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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Aultmore 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)