Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Glenugie
★ 5.00
£899
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenugie | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 47.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £899 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is better value at £899 vs £1000.
For beginners: Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£899 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −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
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £899)
Who should buy Glenugie?
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Both taste of
Only Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)