Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen MhorTobermory
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%51.7%
Age27 yr18 yr
Price£110.9£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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 £111.

For beginners: Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£110.9 vs £89.95)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £110.9)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Glen Mhor 27 Year Old 1982 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodSherriedMalt ExtractHoneyToasted

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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