Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Port Dundas
£775
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Dundas | Ardbeg |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.6% | 48.1% |
| Age | 52 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £774.95 | £724.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £775.
For beginners: Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 24 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£774.95 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £774.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Port?
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (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 Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)