Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Maker's Mark
£145
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Maker's Mark |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51.7% | 57.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £144.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
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 £145.
For beginners: Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release is more approachable (50/100 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 £144.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£144.95 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 Maker's?
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release