Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011)
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
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£999
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 53.8% |
| Age | 33 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011) is better value at £999 vs £1000.
For beginners: Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011) is more approachable (60/100 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 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £999)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£999 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2011)