Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012
Thomas H. Handy
£94
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Thomas H. Handy |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 51.7% | 66.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £94.04 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012
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 £94.
For beginners: Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012 is more approachable (40/100 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 £94.04)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (66.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.04 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 Thomas?
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012 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 Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey – 2012