Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter 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
Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Macduff
★ 5.00
£87
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Macduff |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 50% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £86.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £87 vs £90.
For beginners: Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £86.59)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£86.59 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Macduff?
Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Macduff 21 Year Old 1991 (9909) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)