Hakushu 25 Year Old vs Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hakushu 25 Year OldPort Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky
DistilleryHakushuPort Ellen
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£4450£3750
Rating4.33/5

Hakushu 25 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value1/100

Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Hakushu 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hakushu 25 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).

Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky is better value at £3750 vs £4450.

For beginners: Hakushu 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Hakushu 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£4450 vs £3750)

Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£3750 vs £4450)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Hakushu?

Hakushu 25 Year Old 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 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Hakushu 25 Year Old

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Port Ellen 1982 / 22 Year Old / Old Malt Cask / Plowed Society Islay Whisky

MedicinalLeatheryKipperyCoal-gas

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