Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glenglassaugh 21 Year OldLedaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenglassaughTobermory
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%51.7%
Age21 yr18 yr
Price£148.45£89.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value34/100

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

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

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £148.

For beginners: Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£148.45 vs £89.95)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £148.45)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Who should buy Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old 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 Glenglassaugh 21 Year Old

VanillaHoneyToastedOld WoodMalt Extract

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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