Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)
DistilleryTobermoryWalsh
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV51.7%53%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£98
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value56/100

Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £98.

For beginners: Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release) 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)
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £98)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£98 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 Writers?

Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release) 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)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

Only Writers Tears Cask Strength (2019 Release)

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedHoneyDried Fruit

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