Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - 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
Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts
Millburn
★ 5.00
£899
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Millburn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 61.9% |
| Age | 33 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £899 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts is better value at £899 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 25 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £899)
Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£899 vs £999.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.9%) — 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 Millburn?
Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - 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
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Millburn 25 Year Old 1975 - Rare Malts