Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryTobermoryThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%51%
Age18 yr15 yr
Price£89.95£107.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value46/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £108.

For beginners: Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £107.95)
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)

Cons

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

Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£107.95 vs £89.95)
  • 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 Secret?

Secret Distillery #2 15 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.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Secret Distillery #2 15 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitChocolateVanilla

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