Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
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 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Port Ellen
£416
| Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 51% |
| Age | 36 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £265.32 | £416.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is better value at £265 vs £416.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£265.32 vs £416.14)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£416.14 vs £265.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) 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 Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)