Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release
The English Distillery
£80
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | The English Distillery |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 46% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £80.39 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release is better value at £80 vs £90.
For beginners: The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release is more approachable (80/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £80.39)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£80.39 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 The?
The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The English Chapter 18 18th Anniversary Release