Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4

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

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4
DistilleryTobermoryTeeling
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%46%
Age18 yr18 yr
Price£89.95£126.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value39/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £127.

For beginners: Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4 is more approachable (60/100 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 £126.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£126.95 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 Teeling?

Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Teeling 18 Year Old - The Renaissance Series 4

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

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