Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)
DistilleryTobermoryPenderyn
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandWales
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%57%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£130.07
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £130.

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 £130.07)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£130.07 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72) 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)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

SherriedNuttyToastedVanillaHoney

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