Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength
Edradour
£112
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.5% | 51.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £111.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength
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 £112.
For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£111.95 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 £111.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength 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 Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 Sherry Cask Strength
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