Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£2700
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 48.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2699.95 | £2995 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.88/5 |
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £2700 vs £2995.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£2699.95 vs £2995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 35 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2699.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Highland?
Highland Park 40 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
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