Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mackmyra Moment - 22
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Mackmyra Moment - 22
Mackmyra
£95
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mackmyra Moment - 22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Mackmyra |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 42.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £94.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra Moment - 22
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra Moment - 22
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 £95.
For beginners: Mackmyra Moment - 22 is more approachable (90/100 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 £94.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mackmyra Moment - 22
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£94.95 vs £89.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Mackmyra?
Mackmyra Moment - 22 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 Mackmyra Moment - 22