Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
£1485
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 55.3% |
| Age | 33 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1484.95 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1485 vs £1499.
For beginners: Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£1484.95 vs £1499)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1484.95)
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 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 Single Malt character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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 Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)