Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£77
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £76.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) is better value at £77 vs £90.
For beginners: Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£76.95 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — 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 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £76.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) 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 Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)