Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore
£143
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tormore |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 55.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £142.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
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 £143.
For beginners: Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 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 £142.92)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£142.92 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 Tormore?
Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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 Tormore 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 2123) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)