Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) vs Yoichi 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£4000
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Yoichi
★ 4.33
£2500
| Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | Yoichi 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Yoichi |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.9% | 52% |
| Age | 35 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £3999.95 | £2500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Yoichi 20 Year Old is better value at £2500 vs £4000.
For beginners: Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£3999.95 vs £2500)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Yoichi 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£2500 vs £3999.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Yoichi?
Yoichi 20 Year Old 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 Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
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