Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve vs Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)
Port Ellen
£899
| Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 54.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £995 | £899 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) is better value at £899 vs £995.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £899)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£899 vs £995)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) 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
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Only Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)