Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)
DistilleryTobermoryTobermory
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%51%
Age18 yr19 yr
Price£89.95£104.57
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

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 £105.

For beginners: Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

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 £104.57)

Cons

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

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (19 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£104.57 vs £89.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) 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

SmokeyMedicinal

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

LeatheryOily

Only Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)

KipperyCoal-gas

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