Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay WhiskyLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryPort EllenLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£2250£1500
Rating5.00/5

Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2250.

For beginners: Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£2250 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1500 vs £2250)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Port?

Port Ellen 1979 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Wilson & Morgan Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeySherriedLeatheryOld Wood

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Dried Fruit

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