Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
£1895
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Port Ellen |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 54.3% |
| Age | 32 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1895 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £1895.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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 £1895)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1895 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (cask 13765) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)