Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky vs Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£9750
Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
Glen Grant
★ 4.64
£9766
| Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky | Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Glen Grant |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 42.3% |
| Age | NAS | 60 yr |
| Price | £9750 | £9765.73 |
| Rating | — | 4.64/5 |
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
Quick verdict
Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is rated higher (4.64 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky is better value at £9750 vs £9766.
For beginners: Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£9750 vs £9765.73)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£9765.73 vs £9750)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1981 / 42 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 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 Glen?
Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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