Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) vs Talisker 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Port Ellen
£1350
Talisker 30 Year Old
Talisker
★ 5.00
£830
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) | Talisker 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Talisker |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 48.5% |
| Age | 33 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1350 | £829.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 30 Year Old is better value at £830 vs £1350.
For beginners: Talisker 30 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1350 vs £829.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Talisker 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£829.95 vs £1350)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) 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.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Only Talisker 30 Year Old