Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition
Hakushu
£799
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £799 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition
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).
Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition is better value at £799 vs £1000.
For beginners: Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£799 vs £999.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £799)
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Hakushu 18 Year Old Limited Edition
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)