Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts
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
Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts
Benromach
★ 5.00
£799
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Benromach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 63.8% |
| Age | 33 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts is better value at £799 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 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £799)
Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£799 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (63.8%) — may need water
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 Benromach?
Benromach 19 Year Old 1978 - Rare Malts 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
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