Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
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 Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 52% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £90.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £89.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −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 Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5