Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection)
Glen Garioch
£733
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 47.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £732.5 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection)
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).
Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection) is better value at £733 vs £1000.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£732.5 vs £999.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −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 31 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £732.5)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Glen Garioch 31 Year Old - Angus (The Macbeth Collection)
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)