Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Glen Ord
£99
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.2% | 51.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £99 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead)
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 £99.
For beginners: Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99 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 £99)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2010 Wine Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)