Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon
£69
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.1% | 51.7% |
| Age | 34 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £68.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £69 vs £90.
For beginners: Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£68.95 vs £89.95)
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £68.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) 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 Invergordon 34 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)