Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen MorayTobermory
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44.6%51.7%
Age27 yr18 yr
Price£114.95£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

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 £115.

For beginners: Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£114.95 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 £114.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Moray 27 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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