Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£856
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Port Ellen |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £855.61 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante) is better value at £856 vs £1000.
For beginners: Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£855.61 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £855.61)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1974 (Sestante) 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 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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