Ardbeg 1978 vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 1978
Ardbeg
★ 4.00
£999
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Ardbeg 1978 | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Port Ellen |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £999 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 1978
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 1978
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Ardbeg 1978 is better value at £999 vs £1000.
For beginners: Ardbeg 1978 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 1978
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£999 vs £999.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £999)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 1978 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
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Only Ardbeg 1978
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