Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Port Dundas
£775
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Port Dundas |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 44.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 52 yr |
| Price | £599 | £774.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £775.
For beginners: Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £774.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£774.95 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 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 Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Port Dundas 52 Year Old 1964 (Special Release 2017)