Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Peerless Bourbon Small Batch
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Peerless Bourbon Small Batch
Peerless
★ 5.00
£81
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Peerless Bourbon Small Batch | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Peerless |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51.7% | 54.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £81.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Peerless Bourbon Small Batch
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Peerless Bourbon Small Batch
Quick verdict
Peerless Bourbon Small Batch is better value at £81 vs £90.
For beginners: Peerless Bourbon Small Batch is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £81.4)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Peerless Bourbon Small Batch
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£81.4 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −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 Peerless?
Peerless Bourbon Small Batch 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
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Peerless Bourbon Small Batch