Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyPort Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryFettercairnPort Ellen
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%47.5%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£735£999.95
Rating5.00/5

Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness38/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value5/100

Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £735 vs £1000.

For beginners: Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£735 vs £999.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£999.95 vs £735)

Who should buy Fettercairn?

Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Port?

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Fettercairn 28 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

NuttyToastedFresh FruitCooked Fruit

Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyMedicinalOld WoodLeatheryDried Fruit

Explore more