Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryPort EllenLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.4%46.6%
Age33 yr32 yr
Price£1484.95£1500
Rating5.00/5

Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1485 vs £1500.

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 £1500)
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 32 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 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 Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodLeatheryDried Fruit

Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Chocolate

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smokey

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