Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£406
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £405.9 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £406.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£405.9 vs £350)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£350 vs £405.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna