Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Glenrothes
£800
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 47.5% |
| Age | 43 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £799.99 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
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).
Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) is better value at £800 vs £1000.
For beginners: Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£799.99 vs £999.95)
- +Longer maturation (43 vs 33 years)
- +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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £799.99)
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glenrothes 43 Year Old 1973 (cask 11099) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve (Signatory)
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)