Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryMaster of MaltTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.3%51.7%
Age18 yr18 yr
Price£89.95£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £90.

For beginners: Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • 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 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 Blended?

Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Blended Malt 19 Year Old 1999 (Master of Malt)

HoneyToastedDried FruitNuttyMalt Extract

Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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