The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak vs Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.80
£1500
Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£1500
| The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky is better value at £1500 vs £1500.
For beginners: The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Only Port Ellen 1979 / 18 Year Old / Silent Stills / Signatory Islay Whisky