Yamazaki 1984 vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Port Ellen
£1350
| Yamazaki 1984 | Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 55.6% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £899.95 | £1350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki 1984
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Yamazaki 1984
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki 1984 is better value at £900 vs £1350.
For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£899.95 vs £1350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1350 vs £899.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Yamazaki 1984
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