Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£115
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
| Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured | Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tobermory |
| Region | Island | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 51.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £115.
For beginners: Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£114.95 vs £89.95)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £114.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured 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
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