Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Dufftown
£72
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dufftown | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 51.7% |
| Age | 27 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £72.43 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
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).
Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) is better value at £72 vs £90.
For beginners: Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +More affordable (£72.43 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −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 £72.43)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dufftown?
Dufftown 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) 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 27 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)