Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Bladnoch
£136
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Tobermory |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.6% | 51.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £135.69 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £136.
For beginners: Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£135.69 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £135.69)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
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 Bladnoch 23 Year Old 1990 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)