Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask
Brora
£750
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brora | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £750 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask is better value at £750 vs £1000.
For beginners: Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£750 vs £999.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £750)
Who should buy Brora?
Brora 21 Year Old 1982 (cask 280) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)