Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod
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 Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod
Ian Macleod
£148
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Ian Macleod |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 54.9% |
| Age | 18 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £148.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod
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 £148.
For beginners: The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £148.15)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£148.15 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 The?
The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod 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 The Mild Cigar Malt - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod