Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Stauning
£135
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Stauning |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Denmark |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 51.7% | 58.9% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £134.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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 £135.
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 £134.62)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£134.62 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 Stauning?
Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Stauning 2017 (cask 6493) (bottled 2022) - Berry Bros. & Rudd