Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.33
£102
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 51.7% |
| Age | 14 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £101.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
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 4.33).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £102.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
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 £101.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024 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.
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 Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2009 Ruby Port Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2024
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)