Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory
★ 2.00
£125
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tobermory |
| Region | Island | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 50.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £125.
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 £124.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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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Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Ledaig 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 12761) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)