Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX CaskLedaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBoannTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle Pot StillSingle Malt
ABV47%51.7%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£69.99£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask

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).

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask is better value at £70 vs £90.

For beginners: Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask

Pros

  • +More affordable (£69.99 vs £89.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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
  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £69.99)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Boann?

Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still 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 Boann Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey PX Cask

SherriedChocolateDried FruitHoneyToasted

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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