Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5 vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBruichladdichPort Ellen
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40.9%47.5%
Age33 yr33 yr
Price£799£999.95
Rating5.00/5

Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5

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).

Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5 is better value at £799 vs £1000.

For beginners: Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£799 vs £999.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£999.95 vs £799)

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5 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

SmokeyOld WoodDried FruitLeathery

Only Bruichladdich 33 Year Old 1973 - Legacy Series 5

Sherried

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

Medicinal

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