Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay WhiskyLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryPort EllenLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£1500£1500
Rating5.00/5

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

Smoke65/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance 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 £1500.

For beginners: Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Port?

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance 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

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Only Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

KipperyCooked Fruit

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

LeatheryOld Wood

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