Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
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
Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
The Macallan
£1500
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 54% |
| Age | 33 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £1499.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1000 vs £1500.
For beginners: Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£999.95 vs £1499.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499.95 vs £999.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Macallan?
Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) 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
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Where to buy
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Macallan 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 628) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange