Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cragganmore
£130
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 51.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £130 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
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 0.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £130.
For beginners: Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £130)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 Cragganmore 20 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)