Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7 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 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7
Edradour
£77
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7 | 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% | 51.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £76.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7
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).
Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7 is better value at £77 vs £90.
For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7
Pros
- +More affordable (£76.95 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £76.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7 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 2013 Sherry Cask Strength Batch #7
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)