Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 47.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £995 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is better value at £995 vs £1000.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +More affordable (£995 vs £999.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £995)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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 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
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)