Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryMatthew WhiskeyTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.6%51.7%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£128.92£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £129.

For beginners: Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£128.92 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 £128.92)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Fermento?

Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey) 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 Fermento - Cuisine Collection (Matthew Whiskey)

SherriedCooked MashToastedDried Fruit

Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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