Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyTobermory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.6%51.7%
Age22 yr18 yr
Price£124.95£89.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value32/100

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

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

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 4.00).

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £125.

For beginners: Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£124.95 vs £89.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £124.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Highland?

Highland #3 22 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.

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 Highland #3 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodSherriedHoneyDried FruitNutty

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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