Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve vs Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£499
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
£741
| Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve | Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £499 | £740.81 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is better value at £499 vs £741.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£740.81 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing) 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 Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Only Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)