Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Dallas Dhu
£1200
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dallas Dhu | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 47.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1000 vs £1200.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £999.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 affordable (£999.95 vs £1200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 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 Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)