Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Dumbarton
£135
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dumbarton | Tobermory |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 51.7% |
| Age | 26 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £134.5 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £135.
For beginners: Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£134.5 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 £134.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dumbarton?
Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Dumbarton 26 Year Old 1997 (cask 174) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)