Johnnie Walker Premier vs Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

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

Johnnie Walker PremierLedaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerTobermory
RegionOther ScotchIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%45.7%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£199£264.95
Rating5.00/5

Johnnie Walker Premier

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Premier

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Premier is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Johnnie Walker Premier is better value at £199 vs £265.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker Premier is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker Premier

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £264.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£264.95 vs £199)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Premier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Johnnie Walker Premier

SherriedDried FruitChocolateTobacco

Only Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalMossy

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