Bushmills 21 Year Old vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Bushmills
★ 4.56
£150
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Bushmills 21 Year Old | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 51.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £149.5 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.56/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bushmills 21 Year Old
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 4.56).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £150.
For beginners: Bushmills 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.5 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 £149.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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 Bushmills 21 Year Old
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Bushmills 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange