Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits
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 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits
Tormore
★ 5.00
£118
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tormore |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 51.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £118 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £118.
For beginners: Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits 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
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £118)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£118 vs £89.95)
- −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 Tormore?
Tormore 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits 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 27 Year Old 1988 - North Star Spirits