Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Tomintoul
£80
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tomintoul |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 52.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7) is better value at £80 vs £90.
For beginners: Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7) is more approachable (50/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £79.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Pros
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £89.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7) 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 Tomintoul 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 11124) - Monologue (Chapter 7)