Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£66
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.3% | 51.7% |
| Age | 3 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £65.57 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few is better value at £66 vs £90.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.57 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 3 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £65.57)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few 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 Glenglassaugh 3 Year Old 2009 - The Chosen Few
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)