Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£115
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | The Antiquary |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51.3% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £115.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£114.95 vs £84.9)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £114.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 15 Year Old 2009 Uitvlugt Rum Barrel Finnish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old