Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£213
| Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 48.6% |
| Age | 36 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £265.32 | £212.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is better value at £213 vs £265.
For beginners: Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 27 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£265.32 vs £212.85)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£212.85 vs £265.32)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Banff?
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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
Only Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 - Mission (Murray McDavid)