Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of EdinburghLedaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTobermoryTobermory
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.4%51.7%
Age15 yr18 yr
Price£102.95£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

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 0.00).

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £103.

For beginners: Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£102.95 vs £89.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £102.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Ledaig 15 Year Old 2010 (cask 56423) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SherriedVanillaToastedCooked Fruit

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

LeatheryMedicinalOily

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