Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan SeriesPort Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryDalmorePort Ellen
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%47.5%
Age17 yr33 yr
Price£799£999.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value6/100

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

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

Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series is better value at £799 vs £1000.

For beginners: Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£799 vs £999.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 17 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£999.95 vs £799)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series 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

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 1992 Mackenzie - Mackenzie Clan Series

SherriedCooked FruitHoney

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

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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