Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£140
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 51.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £140.02 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi)
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 £140.
For beginners: Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140.02 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 £140.02)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dufftown?
Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi) 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 Dufftown 20 Year Old 1999 (cask 2140) (Adelphi)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)