Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 24 Year Old - Forgotten GemsPort Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryArdbegPort Ellen
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.3%47.5%
Age24 yr33 yr
Price£849.95£999.95
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value5/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £850 vs £1000.

For beginners: Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£849.95 vs £999.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 24 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£999.95 vs £849.95)

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitLeathery

Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old Wood

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