Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£924
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Dalmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 42% |
| Age | 32 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £924.12 | £715 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £924.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£924.12 vs £715)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£715 vs £924.12)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 32 Year Old 1982 (cask 10568) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)