Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky vs Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£3750
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Auchentoshan
★ 4.67
£3000
| Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky | Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40.9% |
| Age | NAS | 44 yr |
| Price | £3750 | £2999.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Quick verdict
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is better value at £3000 vs £3750.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£3750 vs £2999.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£2999.95 vs £3750)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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