Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 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
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release)
Eagle Rare
£999
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 47.5% | 50.5% |
| Age | 33 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release) is better value at £999 vs £1000.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release) 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)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £999)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£999 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2023 Release) 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
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