Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glengoyne
★ 4.00
£83
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
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 4.00).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £83 vs £90.
For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £82.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)