Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£90
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release)
Walsh
£120
| Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Walsh |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51.7% | 54.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £89.95 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release)
Ledaig 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release)
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 £120.
For beginners: Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release) 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£89.95 vs £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 (2023 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)
Only Writers Tears Cask Strength (2023 Release)