Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3 vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£1150
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3 | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 47.5% |
| Age | 38 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £1150 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3
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 better value at £1000 vs £1150.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1150 vs £999.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£999.95 vs £1150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3 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
Only Glenglassaugh 38 Year Old 1978 (cask 2343) - Rare Cask Release Batch 3
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)