Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Eagle Rare
★ 3.80
£121
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Eagle Rare | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 51.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £121.29 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 3.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
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 3.80).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £121.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£121.29 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 £121.29)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (bottled 2005)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)