Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) 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 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryDalmorePort Ellen
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49%47.5%
Age30 yr33 yr
Price£830£999.95
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)

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).

Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) is better value at £830 vs £1000.

For beginners: Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£830 vs £999.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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)
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£999.95 vs £830)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing) 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 Wood

Only Dalmore 30 Year Old 1991 - Old & Rare (Hunter Laing)

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitNutty

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

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryDried Fruit

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