Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) vs Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£265
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£365
| Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) | Tomintoul 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Tomintoul |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.7% | 43% |
| Age | 22 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £264.95 | £364.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) is better value at £265 vs £365.
For beginners: Tomintoul 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£264.95 vs £364.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£364.95 vs £264.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 22 Year Old 1972 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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