Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (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 - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 46.6% |
| Age | 33 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1000 vs £1500.
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
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£999.95 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 32 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £999.95)
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 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
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Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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