Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky
Glenmorangie
£1450
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.5% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £1450 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky
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).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1000 vs £1450.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1450 vs £999.95)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£999.95 vs £1450)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 1981 / Sauternes Wood Finish Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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