Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 48.1% |
| Age | 33 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is better value at £999 vs £1000.
For beginners: Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £999)
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£999 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (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.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013